Maple Grove's finest have set the bar high in Minnesota this year, burning down the competition. Detective Jon Bueckers and his squad at Maple Grove Fire Department have been awarded the prestigious Fire Investigation Team of the Year accolade by the Minnesota Chapter of the International Association of Arson Investigators (Minnesota IAAI). The prize comes as a recognition of their exceptional sleuthing in the aftermath of the fire that engulfed Lynde's Nursery, a case that struck a chord in the local community.

Peace was disrupted in the commercial heart of Maple Grove when flames devoured the longstanding business establishment. Back at it, the investigative team, led by Bueckers, pieced together the remnants of the tragedy, their work culminating in this well-deserved honor. As exclaimed on the Maple Grove Police Department's Facebook page, "We are very proud of their work on this case!"

The Maple Grove Fire Department's investigative team, working tirelessly after the incident, not only brought their A-game but laurels back to their station. It's a moment of pride for a team who have become custodians of safety and exemplars of perseverance in the face of fiery adversity. They stand honored, the recipients of respect they've rightfully earned in their fight against one of humankind's oldest villains - fire.