Redwood City Liquor Store Fire: Manager Suspected of Arson, Police Say
In Redwood City, police reported that a liquor store manager, found dead with a chained wrist, is believed to have intentionally set a fire that also killed another employee.
San Francisco Oakland San Jose, CA, August 14, 2026 —
Redwood City police are investigating a fatal fire at a local liquor store, with investigators believing the store’s manager intentionally started the blaze. The manager was found deceased at the scene, with one wrist reportedly chained.
The fire also resulted in the death of another employee. The exact cause of death for both individuals is pending official determination, but authorities have indicated their belief that the manager’s actions led to the fire and the subsequent deaths.
Details regarding the events leading up to the fire, the motive behind the alleged arson, or the precise timeline of the incident have not been fully disclosed by law enforcement.
The Redwood City Police Department is continuing its investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fire and the deaths of the two employees. Further information is expected as the investigation progresses.
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