Fire destroys Northtown Auto

No injuries were reported at a Mankato auto that was destroyed by fire Monday.

Fire crews were called to Dean’s Northtown Auto at 1513 N Riverfront Dr at 1:12 p.m..  On the scene, firefighters found the two-stall mechanic repair shop engulfed in flames.

The blaze was extinguished.

Damages are estimated at $350,000.  The cause of the fire is under investigation.