TAYLORSVILLE, Md. — A local Carroll County restaurant was severely damaged in an overnight fire Tuesday.
Around 4am fire crews were called to Vanessa's Corner Pub, at the busy intersection of Routes 26 and 27 (Liberty & Ridge Roads).
Arriving firefighters discovered heavy smoke and flames coming from the popular establishment that sits between Westminster and Mt. Airy.
It took about an hour for 50 firefighters to contain the scene.
Here's a look at some of the damage.
The State Fire Marshal's Office believes the fire originated in the bar portion of the restaurant.
So far there is no evidence suggesting the incident was an act of arson.
"While the incident remains under investigation; they have not recovered any evidence of arson; and are confident they will be able to determine the cause," the Fire Marshal said in a Tuesday afternoon release.
Vanessa's is well-known in the area for its karaoke night and other special events throughout the week.
During weekends the restaurant serves as a popular destination for dozens of bikers passing through.
The building used to be the site of a gas station and New York J&P Pizza.
