A Man in His 60s Arrested for Setting Fire Inside Home in a Fit of Rage After Family Dispute View original image


[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters, Reporter Kim Chunsu] The Jangseong Police Station in Jeonnam announced on the 13th that they have arrested A (60) on charges of arson of a dwelling after he set fire inside his home in a fit of anger following a family dispute during the Chuseok holiday.


A is accused of stacking clothes and setting them on fire in the living room of his apartment in Jangseong-eup, Jangseong-gun, at around 3:20 p.m. on the 9th.


Investigations revealed that he committed the act in a fit of rage after arguing with his son, who lives with him.


The interior of the living room and some household items were burned, but the 119 fire brigade extinguished the fire early, resulting in no significant casualties.



The police applied for an arrest warrant due to concerns of reoffending, and the court issued it.


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