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City of Quitman Fire Under Investigation
Bryce Rawson • October 28, 2024
ATLANTA – Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John F. King announced today that a structure fire on West Crawford Street in the city of Quitman is under investigation.
“At approximately 6:24 a.m. on October 23, 2024, a fire was reported at Modern-Day Holiness Church in Brooks County,” said Commissioner King. “With the assistance of an Ignitable Liquid K-9 Detection unit, investigators have found evidence of possible accelerants at the scene. I urge 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.
Our office is working with the Quitman Police and Fire Departments on this investigation
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