Overview

• Firefighters rescued two elderly residents from the blaze, both hospitalized with injuries.
• Terry Williams, the homeowner, was meeting with city officials about recent racist threats when the fire occurred.
• Williams had received racially charged packages, including voodoo dolls and threatening messages.
• The fire department and police are investigating the cause of the fire as a potential hate crime.
• A community fundraiser has raised nearly $17,000 for security measures at Williams' home.