Detroit Fights Devil's Night

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The problem was compounded by the sinking real estate values in the city. Property owners unable to sell
Carlos Osario / AP

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The problem was compounded by the sinking real estate values in the city. Property owners unable to sell would use Devil's Night as an opportunity to burn down their homes, claim that an arsonist was at fault and collect the insurance money.

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