JACKSON, Mich — Two people were rescued, one from a roof, and one person has been arrested following a house fire in Jackson, according to Jackson police.
We’re told that the house fire broke out around 10pm Wednesday night on Clinton Street.
Authorities say they found a man lying on the ground in front of the home. Police say the man admitted to setting the fire as a way to hurt his roommates, who he believes were conspiring against him.
Crews found heavy smoke and flames on both floors where they arrived.
Police say a 62-year-old man was able to escape the fire through an upstairs window, and a 67-year-old man was taken to a local hospital.
The 62-year-old was treated and released.
The 67-year-old was stabilized before being transferred to the University of Michigan's burn unit, and police say his condition is pending.
The Jackson Fire Department confirmed that no one else was found inside the home after
Authorities say the suspect has been arrested and is awaiting formal charges.
No firefighters were hurt.
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