Neptune Beach police are searching for the man caught on camera lighting a house on fire by placing a burning bag on the porch.
Police said that the man would face arson and vandalism charges at the very least, and several properties were affected.
“It doesn’t take much of a spark to land on a roof, and it could’ve been much worse. I definitely feel like it’s reckless. I want him held accountable,” said Katie Tranhardt, who lives near the house and whose mailbox was burned.Action News Jax is aware of at least six reports filed. We spotted at least two burned mailboxes and others knocked over in the area of Nightfall Drive.
Police said the suspect targeted the area. he’s described as a heavyset man with glasses and a beard, walking barefoot.
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