LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — A man has been arrested and is facing arson charges after being accused of setting a fire at Binion's Gambling Hall.
According to Las Vegas Fire & Rescue, this happened on Sunday at 12:59 a.m.
Fire officials said they received several calls of a fire on the second floor. Crews were on the scene within three minutes of getting the call and when they arrived, crews found a bookcase on fire.
Fire department officials said the fire was out by 1:07 a.m. and one person was treated on the scene for smoke inhalation. Damages are estimated to be $250.
During the investigation, fire personnel said surveillance video showed a man deliberately started the fire. He was identified, located, and taken into custody. He's facing a first-degree arson charge.
As of Thursday afternoon, the man has not been publicly identified.
