Clarion state police say young children playing with a lighter started a fire and caused about $20,000 in damages to a home in Hawthorn on Friday.
The blaze erupted at about 11:15 a.m. at the residence at 4135 Brookville St. Police identified the victim as Bryan G. Watkins, but the press release wasn’t clear whether he is the homeowner, the resident or both.
Police said no one was hurt.