Pelham Fire Intentionally Set

ATLANTA – Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John F. King announced today that a Mitchell County fire was intentionally set. The fire occurred at approximately 8:33 a.m. on October 11th on John Collins Road in Pelham. The fire moderately damaged the 51-year-old, 1535-square-foot residence.

“Upon arrival, first responders noticed smoke coming from the residence,” said Commissioner King. “Investigators determined the fire had multiple points of origin and was intentionally set. Anyone with information about this Mitchell County fire is invited to call my Fire Investigations Unit at 1-800-282-5804.”

Commissioner King’s Fire Investigations Unit is assisting the Mitchell County Sheriff’s Office and the Mitchell County Fire Department with this investigation. In coordination with the State Fire Investigations Unit, a reward of up to $10,000 is offered by Georgia Arson Control for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for arson.

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