CHAMPLAIN — Members of the New York State Police arrested Tyler J. Hart, age 30, on charges of second-degree arson, fourth-degree criminal possession of a weapon, and criminal mischief on Aug. 9.
At approximately 5:48 a.m. on the same day, Troopers responded to Hayford Road in the town of Champlain for a property retrieval.
During the investigation, it was determined that Hart was extremely upset about his belongings being outside the residence and was unable to locate his wallet.
In a fit of rage, he damaged items, slashed the victim’s tires, and intentionally set the house on fire.
Troopers arrested Hart and transported him to SP Champlain for processing.
He was arraigned in the Town of Champlain Court.
He was remanded to the Clinton County Jail in lieu of $20,000 cash bail, a $40,000 bond, and an $80,000 partial bond.
State Police were assisted by Clinton County fire investigators, New York State Fire, and local fire departments.
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