On Tuesday in Lincolnton, a man was arrested under suspicion of deliberately setting fire to his family member's home. The incident, which occurred on Buffalo Shoals Road, was first reported around 12:30 p.m. Firefighters, responding swiftly, encountered a single-story home engulfed with heavy smoke and flames visible from three sides. According to the Lincolnton Fire Department, crews managed to bring the fire under control within 12 minutes aggressively. Noteworthy is the fact that no injuries were reported because of the fire. WCNC provided details on these events, noting the rapid response from firefighters.
28-year-old Tyreke Dreshawn Alexander stands accused of the arson charge, with deputies from the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office handling his arrest. A family member, whose specific relation to Alexander was not disclosed, allegedly identified him as the individual responsible for the blaze. Deputies arrived at the scene soon after 12:35 p.m., and subsequent investigation led to Alexander's arrest. He is currently being held at the Lincoln County jail on a $225,000 bond. Information on this development was relayed by WBTV.
The investigation into this matter remains ongoing, with law enforcement and fire department officials working in unison to fully ascertain the circumstances surrounding this disturbing event. As it stands, Alexander awaits further legal proceedings, confined in the Harven A. Crouse Detention Center while facing serious criminal allegations. This update was reported by WSOCTV, who provided insight into the current status of the investigation and the accused.
