Man wanted for alleged arson in Sunday fire

Published 8:17 pm Sunday, July 28, 2024

BROOKHAVEN — A fire on Halbert Heights Road Sunday morning is under investigation for potential arson. Brookhaven Fire Department and Brookhaven Police Department responded to the call.

Brookhaven Police Chief Kenny Collins stated the fire was around 11:20 a.m. Sunday morning in a press release.

“Upon arrival and thorough subsequent investigation it was determined that the fire had been set intentionally,” Collins stated. “The Brookhaven Police Department is actively searching for Johnny Potts in connection with charges of arson.”

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Brookhaven Police Department asks anyone with information about Potts whereabouts to contact the department immediately.

“This investigation is a joint effort between the Brookhaven Fire Department and Brookhaven Police Department,” Collins stated.