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Fast-food restaurant fire was arson, Lincoln officials say

arsonLINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Authorities say a fire that damaged a Lincoln fast-food restaurant was arson.

The fire was reported just after 7 p.m. Monday at a Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen. Firefighters say the blaze began in a bathroom ceiling and caused a damage estimated at $12,000.

Authorities say none of the employees or customers was injured.

No arrests have been reported.

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