State fire investigators say a blaze that destroyed an abandoned house last week in Alto was intentionally set. The house on Gilstrap Road went up in flames around 4:33 p.m. on February 18. The 125-year-old, 1300 square foot residence burned to the ground.
“The structure had been vacant for 16 years and was not connected to utilities,” says state fire commissioner John King.
The State Fire Investigations Unit is assisting Habersham County Emergency Services with its investigation. They’re asking the public for help to find those responsible.
Georgia Arson Control is offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction in the case. Anyone with information should contact the State Fire Investigation’s Unit at 1-800-282-5804.
