Background: Fire scene Left: Tamsir MendyCOBB COUNTY, GA (CBS ATLANTA) -
The Georgia Arson Control Program awarded $3,500 to a tipster who gave investigators information that lead to the arrest in a Marietta mosque fire in 2010.
Marietta Fire officials said this tipster witnessed the July 5, 2010, fire at 968 Powder Springs St.
A mosque member later confessed to the arson, according to police.
Tamsir Mendy was charged with first-degree arson and is being held for Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Fire officials said physical evidence and interviews with congregants pointed straight to Mendy.
The tipster's name was not released.
If you ever have information about an arson case you may be eligible for a reward up to $10,000.
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