Arsonist Burns Vehicles, Lawnmower at Buford Home

BUFORD, GA — Someone intentionally set fire to two vehicles and a riding lawnmower at a home in Buford late Sunday, authorities say.

The fire happened at about 10:45 p.m. Sunday, according to Gwinnett County Fire & Emergency Services.

Investigators say someone used an accelerant to set three separate fires outside the home, on Stonehedge Drive in Buford.

The two torched vehicles were destroyed, according to firefighters. They were parked in the driveway near the house.

The mower was located on the home's carport and also was destroyed.

Fire crews worked quickly and were able to keep the flames from spreading to the main part of the house. The carport sustained moderate damage.

"The potential was certainly there for flames to spread inside the house and endanger occupants," said Gwinnett County Fire Capt.Tommy Rutledge.

Investigators were still working Tuesday morning to identify the arsonist and determine a motive in the case. Some details about the fire were not released due to the ongoing investigation.

Anyone with information in the case is asked to contact the Gwinnett Fire Investigations Section at 678-518-4890 or the Georgia Arson Control Hotline at 1-800-282-5804.

Georgia Arson Control offers a reward up to $10,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of people responsible for arson. Tips may also be made anonymously.

"The persons responsible will likely face multiple charges," Rutledge said.

Photo courtesy Gwinnett County Fire & Emergency Services