Maryland State Fire Marshal

News Release
Martin OMalley Governor William E. Barnard State Fire Marshal

JUVENILE ARRESTED IN HOUSE FIRE

CALVERT COUNTY, MARYLAND (May 29, 2012) Deputy State Fire Marshals have charged a 14 year old juvenile from the Lusby area for First Degree Arson. The fire was located in a one story, single family dwelling at 11484 H.G. Trueman Road, Lusby in Calvert County. A total of 45 volunteer firefighters responded from the Solomons, St. Leonard, Prince Frederick, Bay District and Hollywood Volunteer Fire Departments to the one alarm fire dispatched at 11:39 pm on May 28, 2012. Upon arrival, the fire department found fire coming from the roof which caused approximately $150,000 damage to the dwelling. Working smoke alarms assisted the family members in exiting the residence safely. Investigation revealed the fire was intentionally set by the juvenile in a bedroom when playing with a lighter and newspapers. The juvenile was released to the custody of his grandparents pending his juvenile hearing. American Red Cross is assisting the displaced family members.

### Media contact: Caryn L. McMahon, Deputy State Fire Marshal; 240-435-0804
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