LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) – Clark County firefighters responded to a structure fire in the central Las Vegas Valley Wednesday morning.

The fire was reported around 5:30 a.m. at the University United Methodist Church near University Avenue and Maryland Parkway.

The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department was called out after being notified that a man was seen on the roof setting items on fire.

A Metro lieutenant said the suspect was arrested and taken to a hospital with minor injuries. Arson detectives have taken over the investigation.

The fire has been extinguished, police said.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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