Investigations ongoing as crews gear up for demolition.
An Indianapolis neighborhood that was ravaged by an explosion that killed a young couple is gearing up for the first of dozens of demolitions as investigators continue to search for answers about the blast.
Homeowners in the Richmond Hill subdivision needed to request demolition permits by Monday, and city officials said work to raze damaged homes could start as early as Tuesday.
Building inspectors last week ordered the demolition of 29 houses by Dec. 20. Four other homes, including two that were leveled in the Nov. 10 explosion, are being maintained as police investigate what they believe was an intentional natural gas explosion.
Jennifer and John Longworth, who lived next door to the house believed to be the epicenter of the blast, were killed.
Investigators say they have questioned numerous people but have been tight-lipped about the investigation. No arrests have been made.
While the houses at the heart of the blast are being maintained, other property owners have been notified of the need to obtain the $159 demolition permits by email, in person or through notices posted on their properties.
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