The fire caused about $80,000 in damages and remains under investigation, according to Baughman.
He said neighbors said homeless people sometimes stay in the duplex. Baughman said some of the boards were pulled away. No one was found in the residence, he said.
There was no electric or gas service in the home, he said.
No firefighters were injured, he said.
Anyone with information about the fire is asked to call Baughman at 513-425-7996.
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