Fire behind American Plant in Bethesda, said to be arson attempt (Photos)

UPDATE - 11:19 PM: Photos from scene added, shed that was ignited contained plants and landscaping materials, MCFRS reported; over a dozen units responded to the fire

Montgomery County firefighters are responding to a fire on the property of American Plant at 5258 River Road. According to police radio communications, fire officials report it was an attempted arson, and a suspect has been detained. A small shed at the rear of the property is where the fire is reported to be located, Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services spokesperson Pete Piringer said. 

MCFRS is asking Montgomery County police to send officers for traffic control purposes on Westbard Avenue, which is behind the rear of the American Plant property. Several minutes later, MCFRS asked police dispatch for an ETA of officers, indicating a shortage of police personnel in the immediate area, as fire units have already been on scene for about 20 minutes. 

Giant truck arriving at Westwood Shopping Center
waits to access loading lane behind store

Ride On 23 detours around
fire activity using Kenwood Circle