KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — The Knoxville Fire Department is seeking the public’s help identifying a suspect after a fire at a church.
Around 3:00 a.m. Wednesday, KFD crews responded to a small fire on the exterior of the Eternal Life Harvest Center on Western Avenue, the department said. They extinguished it before it could spread to the interior of the church, resulting in only minor damage.
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Fire investigators found images of a “potential suspect” seen near the church around the time of the fire. KFD asked for anyone who can identify the person in the pictures to contact East Tennessee Valley Crime Stoppers for a potential reward of up to $2,000.
There are multiple ways you can provide anonymous information to Crime Stoppers. You can call 865-215-7165 or **TIPS, and go online at www.easttnvalleycrimestoppers.org, via the free mobile app, P3 Tips, or the East Tennessee Valley Crime Stoppers Facebook page. Tipsters can remain anonymous and are eligible to receive a cash reward.
The church posted a video to social media explaining the next steps in repairs and thanking the community for its support. The church plans to have a worship service on Wednesday night, despite the fire…