Southernmost Point Buoy damaged by flaming Christmas tree, Key West police say

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The Southernmost Point Buoy in Key West, damaged following suspected arson, Jan. 1, 2022.

KEY WEST, Fla. – Two men are sought by Key West police for allegedly setting fire to a Christmas tree in front of the Southernmost Point Buoy early Saturday morning.

Police said the fire caused extensive damage to the landmark some time between 3 a.m. and 3:30 a.m. before it was put out by Key West firefighters.

The suspects were described as two white males, police said.

Anyone with details about the incident is asked to call Key West police at 305-809-1000.

ezfrag on January 3rd, 2022 at 16:55 UTC »

Maybe they'll actually strip a few dozen layers of paint off and start with a fresh base. The last time I saw it up close the paint was chipped so bad you could see three different layers of the words.

BobEWise on January 3rd, 2022 at 15:19 UTC »

Dammit, Jason Mendoza! Stay in Jacksonville where you belong.

EDIT: Read the article. Read the suspects description. Jason and Pillboi are off the hook... this time.

DaveOJ12 on January 3rd, 2022 at 14:25 UTC »

Stay weird, Florida.