Dexter, Missouri - The Dexter fire department responded to a call at 5:39 a.m. on Monday morning at the Law Office of John Wm. Ringer and Brad Jarrell.

“Response time was 4 ½ minutes,” according to fire chief Don Seymore.  “We had 22 firemen and 4 trucks respond.”

The fire was deemed suspicious in nature and is under investigation.  The building is located at 22 Vine St.  The brick building remains standing; however the contents were destroyed in the fire.

“Our firemen made an excellent stop inside the building,” continued Seymore.  “There was heavy smoke and fire damage to the interior of the structure.”

Our thoughts and prayers are with both business owners as they deal with this tragic situation.  Thank you Dexter Fire Department!