Authorities Investigate Arson at Two South Fulton Churches
Local and federal authorities are investigating arson incidents at two churches in the City of South Fulton.
On September 30, a suspect drove onto the property at Renaissance Church of Christ on Butner Road and launched a Molotov cocktail at the building. Just days later, someone attempted to set fire to the side entrance of The Enon Church on Enon Road. Neither church sustained significant damage.
Local authorities contacted ATF and the FBI. A suspect or motive has not yet been identified. A hate crime has not yet been ruled out.
A spokesperson for the South Fulton Police Department said that officers are patrolling churches in the evenings. It is advised that churches with cameras ensure that their equipment is operational and in use, and that church staff and members are vi...