LYCOMING COUNTY, Pa. — Jacob Fichter, 22 years old, was arrested on November 15 and is facing multiple arson charges after setting numerous fires in Lycoming County.
On November 4 and 5, fire crews responded to calls for the 1300 Block of Park Ave., the 1000 Block of Vine Ave., the 1300 Block of Scott Street, and the 100 Block of Third St. in Williamsport.
Williamsport Bureau of Police say they obtained surveillance footage after the fires of a man riding his bike near the incidents.
Penn College Police located the bike and its owner, Jacob Fichter.
After a search warrant was issued for his apartment and vehicle, they found items used in the crimes and his clothing, as seen in the surveillance footage.
Officers also found multiple man-made incendiary items Fitcher made for future arsons.
Officials say Fichter was arraigned and is behind bars at Lycoming County Prison.