The Aiken County Sheriff’s Office is blaming arson for an early morning fire at Rocksville Baptist Church, 660 Pine Street, Warrenville.

According to a press statement, neighbors heard the church alarm go off about 6 a.m. and saw smoke.

The Langley Fire Department responded quickly, and sheriff’s investigators were able to determine the fire was arson.

Damage to the church was moderate as a result of smoke and heat.

According to the press statement, sheriff’s investigators do not believe the arson to be the result of a hate crime, but have an active ongoing criminal investigation.

Anyone with information about this crime is asked to contact Lt. Clay Adams with the Aiken County Sheriff’s Office: (800) 922-9709.

Individuals also should call Crime Stoppers of the Midlands: (888) 599-TIPS. Callers will remain anonymous and will be eligible for a cash reward of between $50 and $1000.