A potentially dangerous situation was contained Sunday, May 18, after the Barrow County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a man attempting to start a fire inside the Target store located at 916 Loganville Highway.
At 11:41 a.m., according to the Barrow County Sheriff’s Office, deputies arrived on scene and soon secured the area to ensure the safety of customers and staff. The store was promptly evacuated, and no injuries were reported.
Authorities confirmed that the individual involved has been identified and is currently in custody, though the person’s identity has not yet been released. The motive behind the incident remains under investigation, according to police.
Barrow County Sheriff Jud Smith commended the vigilance of Target employees and response from law enforcement personnel in the prevention of a potentially dangerous situation.
“Thanks to the quick response and coordinated efforts, a potentially dangerous situation was contained without harm,” Smith said.
Now Habersham has reached out to the sheriff’s office for more information on the suspect’s identity, alleged motive and charges.
Further details will be released as they become available.
