The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), has announced a reward up to $5,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for the fire set last year at a Smithfield business.
On October 28th, 2014, a fire occurred at the R City Bar and Grill, located at 388-A Venture Drive. An examination of the fire scene revealed that the fire was incendiary in nature.
Video surveillance showed two unidentified black male suspects entered the business and appeared to pour a liquid substance inside the premises. Additionally, the video showed an unidentified white female and black male visited the business a few hours prior to the black males starting the fire.
Damage to the building and its contents was placed in excess of $100,000.
The crime is being investigated by ATF, Smithfield Police Department and the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office.
ATF along with local law enforcement partners are committed to ensuring that our communities are safe and that those who engage in violent criminal acts are held accountable for their actions. Anyone with information about this crime should contact ATF at 1-888-ATF-FIRE (1-888-283-3473). All calls will be kept confidential.
