Police: 12-year-old playing with fireworks accidentally ignites house in Kingston

Police say the father purchased fireworks from a local vendor and allowed his son to use them.

News 12 Staff

Jul 4, 2025, 3:09 PM

Updated 5 hr ago

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A Kingston man is facing charges after his 12-year-old son accidentally caused a house fire while playing with fireworks on Wednesday night.
Police say the father purchased fireworks from a local vendor and allowed his son to use them.
The home erupted in flames, prompting firefighters to respond to the scene on Elmendorf Street.
Crews extinguished the fire. No injuries were reported.
Police say the father was issued an appearance ticket.