The Maryland state fire marshal's office is investigating a third car fire in the Bel Air area in less than 24 hours, authorities said.
Firefighters were called to the 1700 block of Chesterfield Square just after 12:30 a.m. yesterday for a car fire discovered by a passer-by. Damage to the 1999 Mercury Sable is estimated at $500. The fire was started in the interior of the vehicle, according to the fire marshal's office.
