FDNY Commissioner Robert S. Tucker reported the arrest of Cassius Moss, 54, for allegedly starting a three-alarm fire that destroyed a Lafayette Avenue building. The fire also caused significant damage to two neighboring buildings and injured a firefighter. Firefighters responded quickly but faced heavy flames upon arrival. Video evidence tracked Moss buying lighter fluid before he allegedly used it to ignite the fire. He faces arson charges and has a previous arrest history for similar offenses.
Fire Marshals arrested Cassius Moss, 54, accused of using an ignitable liquid to start a three-alarm fire, damaging buildings and injuring a firefighter.
After a thorough investigation, including video evidence of Moss purchasing lighter fluid before starting the fire, he is facing serious charges including arson.
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