Habersham restaurant fire ruled arson

State fire investigators say a recent fire at a Habersham County restaurant was intentionally set.

The fire was set in the men’s restroom of the LongHorn Steakhouse located on Carpenter’s Cove Lane in Cornelia. It was reported to local authorities just before 6:45 p.m. on July 5. Responders with the Cornelia Fire Department and a restaurant patron were able to extinguish the fire.

Investigators “quickly determined” it was arson, says State Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John King. “Luckily, the damage was contained to a towel rack and wall inside the restroom. At this time, no suspects have been identified.”

Georgia Arson Control is offering a reward of up to $10,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible.

Anyone with information about this fire should contact the State Fire Investigations Unit at 1-800-282-5804.