Rutherford County Fire Rescue’s Fire Marshal’s Office seeks the public’s assistance with the investigation into a house fire that occurred around 12:30PM Friday (8/13/2021) afternoon at 13557 Big Springs Road. When the first units arrived on-the-scene, the vacant home was fully involved with fire. 

Fire Marshal Joshua Sanders believes the Big Springs Road fire was set on purpose.

He continued, “We are requesting help from the community.  Anyone who has information needs contact the Tennessee Arson Hotline at 1-800-762-3017 or the Rutherford County Fire Marshal’s Office Tip-line at 616-907-3600, option 5 to leave an anonymous tip." 

Sanders says the crime of arson is one of the most costly human-made disasters. Arson indirectly contributes to increased insurance premiums, higher medical costs, lost jobs, lost income, and the increased cost of fire services.

“The Rutherford County Fire Rescue Department needs your help to combat this serious crime,” said Sanders. “Information that leads to the successful arrest and conviction of an arsonist can result in a reward of up to $5,000.”

NewsRadio WGNS thanks those who responded to this fire:  Rutherford County Fire and Rescue, Kittrell Volunteer Fire Department, Rutherford County Emergency Medical Services, and Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office.