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Teen Arrested in Carbondale Arson Investigation

Carbondale Police

Carbondale police have arrested a 19-year old Chicago area man for aggravated arson.

Police say Justin Brearley of Evergreen Park is accused of setting a fire at a residence in the 700-block of West Walnut Street.   The incident happen around 8:00 am on Sunday.  Police say a dispute inside the residence between acquaintances resulted in the fire being set.  An accelerant was used.

Brearly sustained non-life threatening injuries from the fire. He was taken to a St. Louis hospital for specialized care. Brearly is charged on a Jackson County warrant with aggravated arson.  His bond is set at $250,000.

An investigation is ongoing.

Jeff Williams is the Associate Director for Radio and Station Manager for WSIU Radio. Jeff is a native of southern Illinois and has been in broadcasting for 30 years. Contact WSIU Radio at 618-453-6101 or email wsiuradio@wsiu.org
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