SHORELINE, Wash. — A Shoreline restaurant operating for over four decades is a total loss after a fire early Monday morning.
Suni's Pizza and Burgers, located at 17751 15th Ave NE in Shoreline, was destroyed in the fire, according to the Shoreline Fire Department.
The fire is being investigated as suspected arson. A spokesperson said the fire started on the outside of the restaurant and moved inside.
The family-owned restaurant, which has been operating since 1979, was considered a "total loss" due to the fire.
"It is just devastating,” said Peter Judd. “It is just emotional for me."
Judd says he worked at Suni’s Pizza and Burgers in the 80s.
Tim Howell has been a loyal customer.
"My heart sank. It is just really sad,” and Howell. “To find out that it was arson makes it even worse."
Randy Seals says the restaurant has been the neighborhood hangout for decades.
"Our neighborhood is changing and we have already lost our post office, our drug store, development is taking over; so this is a kick in the gut to our little neighborhood,” Seals added.
Nobody died in the fire. One firefighter was minorly injured while battling the flames, according to the spokesperson.
Signs have been posted on the business, asking anyone with information regarding the fire to call 1-800-55-ARSON.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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