Fires Damage Newly Renovated D.C. School: Report

Bathroom fires could mean expulsion for 4 students

The principal at newly renovated Woodrow Wilson High School in northwest Washington said he's recommending four students be kicked out of school for setting fires.

According to the Washington Post, two bathroom fires caused $150,000 in damage.

Principal Pete Cahall told the newspaper he wants to press charges in addition to expelling the students responsible. Those who saw the arson but did not report it also will be punished.

According to the Post, Cahall also said surveillance cameras were moved for better observation and security has been ordered to monitor the cameras at all times.

Wilson reopened in August after $120 million in renovations.

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