Pittsburg, PA
Pennsylvania State Police investigating series of Somerset County arson fires
Pennsylvania State Police troopers are investigating a series of recent arson fires in Somerset County.
State Police said Tuesday that the Fire Marshal Unit from Troop A, which is based out of Greensburg, is investigating at least two fires within Addison Township that happened earlier this month.
Troopers said there was a fire at a remote cabin along Listonburg Road on November 7, which was determined to be an arson.
Investigators also determined that a fire at a vacant home on Mount Davis Road on November 16 was an arson.
Troopers said both properties are owned by the same person and the buildings were a complete loss.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the State Police or submit a tip online.
Troopers said that tips that lead to an arrest could be eligible for a cash reward.
A man from Fayette County has been arrested and is facing over 1,000 charges related to alleged animal cruelty and neglect.
Fayette County District Attorney Mike Aubele said that John Saxberg, 57, is facing charges in connection with what he called “a suspected illegal kennel operation” in Washington Township.
According to DA Aubele, Saxberg is accused of subjecting numerous animals to “deplorable conditions” and “circumstances constituting torture,” adding that approximately ten animals suffered serious bodily injuries.
Court records show that Saxberg is facing 1,029 criminal charges in total with offenses including aggravated cruelty to animals, cruelty to animals, neglect of animals, penalties related to dog licensing, and violations of vaccine requirements.
52 of the charges that Saxberg is facing are felonies, according to court records.
Online court paperwork shows that Saxberg was arraigned on Tuesday afternoon and is being held in the Fayette County Prison after bail was posted at $85,000.
A preliminary hearing for Saxberg is scheduled for late next week.
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