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Arsonist Targeting Cars In Allston Neighborhood

BOSTON (CBS) - Investigators are dealing with another rash of car arsons in Allston.

Firefighters had to put out a fire that burned three cars on Pratt Street just before 8 a.m. Saturday.

While they dealing with the first fire, reports came in of a car fire just down the street.

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Police and fire crews respond to a car fire in Allston, September 24, 2011. (Photo Courtesy: Christine Varriale)

A third incident on Ashford Street was reported a short time later.

Firefighters responded to similar incidents on Pratt and Ashford Streets last weekend. They say this marks eight such incidents in the area in less than two months.

Boston Fire Investigators are asking anyone with information about the arsons to contact them.

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