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Police say a Belleville man with no fixed address is facing arson charges after a fire earlier this week.
According to the Belleville Police Service, on Monday, June 1, at about 8:17 p.m., emergency crews responded to the Moira Street West and Wallbridge Crescent area for a fire call.
“It was reported that a male was behaving erratically in the area and uttering threats before setting a vehicle on fire under a carport, which subsequently caused the residence to catch fire, with addition damage caused to a neighbouring home,” said police.
Police said the accused man was found nearby and placed under arrest.
As a result of the investigation, police said a 38-year-old Belleville man with no fixed address was charged with two counts of arson – disregard for human life, three counts of arson – damage to property, mischief endangering life, uttering threats – damage property, uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm, and breach of recognizance.
None of these charges have been proven in court.
Police said no injuries were reported.
The investigation continues and anyone with information is urged to reach out to BPS at 613-966-0882.
Meanwhile, in a brief update from Belleville Fire and Emergency Services, officials said the fire involved two vehicles and a carport/garage, which spread to two separate nearby homes.
The service also said BPS had taken over the ongoing investigation, and no other details would be released.
