RANDOLPH COUNTY, Ill. (KFVS) - A rash of brush fires in Randolph County, Illinois, is under investigation.

Starting around 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, August 30, crews were called to brush fires at the following locations.

County Road 18

Doza Creek Road

Hill Prairie Road

Hickory Grove Road

Leslie & Field Road

Airport Road (east of Sparta)

After an initial investigation, Randolph County Sheriff Jarrod Peters believes the fires were intentionally set.

The investigation into fires is ongoing, and the public is being asked to help.

Sheriff Peters is asking those living in the areas of the fires to review any home security or surveillance video/photos for any suspicious activity.

Information or video can be submitted through the sheriff’s office app here or by calling the sheriff’s office

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