🔥 The Gist: An early morning fire at a Lawrenceville business on Seaboard Industrial Drive NE, involving multiple vehicles, is under investigation for arson. No injuries were reported, and the fire was contained without structural damage.
🚒 The Details: At around 2:34 a.m Tuesday., firefighters rushed to 553 Seaboard Industrial Drive NE following a 911 call about a fire. They found several work vehicles of a concrete company ablaze. The fire, which did not spread to buildings, was controlled by 3:08 a.m. Lawrenceville police aided the operation by closing the street temporarily.
🚨 In Context: Arson is being considered a primary cause of the fire. This crime carries severe penalties, including imprisonment and fines. The Gwinnett County Fire Investigators are conducting a joint investigation with multiple law enforcement agencies.
🔍 Why It Matters: Arson is a severe offense that endangers lives and property.
📞 What You Can Do: Residents with information about the fire are encouraged to contact the Gwinnett County Fire Investigations Section or the Georgia Arson Control Hotline. A reward of up to $10,000 is offered for information leading to an arrest and conviction.
👀 What’s Next?: The investigation is ongoing. Updates on the case will be provided as more information becomes available. Community members are urged to stay alert and report any suspicious activities.
Thom Chandler
Thom Chandler is the editor of The Georgia Sun and has been writing, editing and managing websites and blogs since 1995. He is a lifelong Georgian and one of those increasingly rare Atlanta natives.
