A fire in Kentucky Hall Friday, March 7 is being investigated by the NKU Department of Public Safety as a possible arson.

The fire, which started in a men’s restroom , was quickly reported and extinguished, but appears to have been deliberately set,” according to the crime bulletin on the DPS website.

Col. Jeff Martin, assistant chief, DPS, said the restroom suffered only minimal damage and should be cleaned up and in working order now. He would not comment on specifics regarding the investigation or possible suspects but said, “The fire is actively being investigated.”

Anyone with information regarding the fire is encouraged to call DPS at 859-572-5500.