Arson suspected in Timberlake Fire

Oconee County officials are asking the communities to help determine the cause of a residential structure fire at 352 Timberlake One Drive last Friday.  Oconee County Fire Chief Charlie King reports that after several days of joint investigation between the Oconee County Sheriff’s Office and Emergency Services, they are unable to rule out the possibility of the fire being intentionally set. Investigators have worked with firefighters, neighbors and insurance representatives to identify possible leads in the case. The fire is believed to have started in the rear of the home and spread into the living space. Members of the community that may have information regarding the cause of the fire are encouraged to call the South Carolina Arson Hotline at 1-800-92-ARSON or the Oconee County Sheriff’s Office.