Peoria, IL – Peoria Police arrested a 31-year-old man early Monday morning following a reported fire and disturbance in the 2900 block of N. University Street. Officers responded around 12:14 a.m. on October 27 after receiving reports of a male allegedly armed with a bat.
According to the Peoria Police Department, responding officers arrived to find the residence on fire while members of the Peoria Fire Department worked to extinguish the flames. All occupants escaped safely, and no injuries were reported.
During the investigation, officers identified the suspect as Jacob A. Cardenas, 31. He was located shortly afterward in the 1200 block of W. Margaret Avenue and taken into custody without incident.
Cardenas was allegedly involved in setting the fire and was arrested for Aggravated Arson, Unlawful Possession of Ammunition without a FOID Card, and Criminal Damage to Property. He was transported to the Peoria County Jail.
Police say the investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Peoria Police Department or submit an anonymous tip.
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