Rabun County house fire ruled arson

ATLANTA – Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John F. King announced today that a fire in Rabun
County has been ruled an act of arson by his State Fire Investigations Unit. The fire occurred around 10:30 a.m.
on Tuesday, December 1, and it heavily damaged a home at 1359 Camp Creek Road in Tiger.

“The Camp Creek Road home was roughly 20 years old and 2,600 square feet,” said Commissioner King. “The
Florida-based property owner converted the home into four residential apartment units. My investigators believe
the fire started in a basement that was being used for storage.”

Commissioner King encourages any residents of Rabun County or surrounding areas to contact his State
Fire Investigations Unit with any tips about this fire. By calling 1-800-252-5804, Georgians can provide
anonymous, helpful information on a 24-hour tip line.