Greenwood Police are on the lookout for a serial arsonist. Arson is one of the state’s most serious property damage crimes and an offense that has the potential to cause a lot of pain and damage.
Imperial Hills subdivision is located near County Line Road and Shelby Street. This single neighborhood has seen 5 fires in the past month, causing $60,000 in damage. What ties these fires together other than the neighborhood is how they were started, using lighter fluid from the homes.
According to Indy.com Each of the fires was started after midnight. A home, a gazebo, and a shed have all been burned thus far. Until the arsonist is caught, the fires could continue.
People often wrongly assume that property crimes aren’t prosecuted very vigorously. On the contrary, arson and property offenses that do a lot of damage can be just as serious as some violent crimes.
Typically, crimes classified as property crimes are charged according to the damage they cause. For instance, the penalties for criminal mischief are seriously multiplied when the damage exceeds $2,500. If the damage impedes public utility service, criminal mischief can be charged as a felony.
When facing charges of arson or criminal mischief you are likely under some serious stress and wondering where to turn for support. When it seems like the whole court system is set up to work against you, it can be difficult to keep your head up.
Call me today to discuss the details of your case. Charges like these are best met with an experienced and aggressive attorney on your side.