Overland Park police seek suspects after fireworks cause $20,000 in damage at city park

Police in Overland Park are investigating an arson after fireworks were used to destroy parts of a city park on Wednesday.

The damage occurred at about 10:53 p.m. at Sapling Grove Park.

Restrooms and a structure at the park were damaged.

Witnesses say they saw five men running east from a shelter at the time of the fire.

Authorities say the fires were sparked by fireworks and estimate the damage to be nearly $20,000.

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