Reward Offered in Laurens County Arson Investigation

ATLANTA – Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John F. King announced today that a residential structure fire in Dublin is under investigation.

“On Wednesday, August 14th, our investigators responded to a request by city of Dublin officials to examine a potential arson on South Jefferson Street,” said Commissioner King. “With the assistance of an Ignitable Liquid K9 Detection unit, two areas of origin were determined inside the structure. I am asking anyone with information to call the 24/7 Georgia Arson Control Hotline at 1-800-282-5804.”

A reward of up to $10,000 is available for information that leads to the arrest and prosecution of those responsible for arson. Callers may remain anonymous.

One occupant was injured as a result of the fire and is receiving treatment at a nearby hospital. Our office is working with the Dublin Fire Department and Dublin Police Department on this investigation.

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