The Nashville Fire Department is on the lookout for a suspect following an arson incident at a local Dollar General. The fire, which was reportedly set on purpose, took place last Thursday around 4:15 p.m., leading to the evacuation of the Madison Square location, WKRN reports.
Authorities shared that the suspect targeted a lighter display inside the budget store, a series of events captured by the store's surveillance system. The Nashville Fire Department, asking the public's aid, has now released images of the man they believe to be responsible for the blaze, the Nashville Fire Department's official social media account confirmed.
NFD Seeks Public's Assistance in Identifying Dollar General Arson Suspect https://t.co/fHR5pjLHmN pic.twitter.com/riGt2gc7d4
— Nashville Fire Dept (@NashvilleFD) October 9, 2024
Eyeing the community's critical role in their investigation, the NFD encourages individuals with any relevant information to step forward. "If you have information about this arson or others, call the Nashville Fire Department Arson Hotline at 615-862-5640," instructs the fire department, as per WSMV. Callers also have the option of reaching out to the Tennessee Arson Hotline at 1-800-762-3017.
