Pittsburgh Police Arrest Suspect in String of Arson Attacks

Pittsburgh Police Arrest Suspect in String of Arson AttacksPittsburgh Police Arrest Suspect in String of Arson Attacks Pittsburgh, PA – The Pittsburgh Bureau of Police has arrested a suspect in connection with a string of arson attacks that have plagued the city in recent weeks. The suspect, 28-year-old John Smith, was taken into custody on Friday after police received a tip-off from a concerned citizen. Smith has been charged with multiple counts of arson, criminal mischief, and reckless endangerment. According to police, Smith is believed to have set fire to several vacant buildings, as well as a number of cars and trash bins. The fires caused extensive damage to property and put the lives of firefighters at risk. Investigators believe that Smith’s motive for the attacks was to create chaos and fear. Police are also looking into whether Smith has any connection to other recent arsons in the area. “We are relieved to have made an arrest in this case and to bring these senseless acts of destruction to an end,” said Pittsburgh Police Chief Robert Tracy. “We want to thank the public for their assistance in this investigation.” Smith is currently being held in the Allegheny County Jail. His preliminary hearing is scheduled for next week. The Pittsburgh Police Department urges anyone with information about this case or any other suspicious activity to contact them at (412) 323-7800.