WAYNE COUNTY, Indiana — Authorities found drugs and guns while conducting an arson investigation in Wayne County over the weekend, according to a spokesperson with the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office.
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Sheriff’s deputies responded to a structure fire on Sycamore Lane in Wayne Township on Saturday.
The spokesperson said family members prevented a tragedy and helped a man who was trapped inside.
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Investigators later determined the fire was intentionally set.
Lasauncia Maiola, 53, of Richmond, was arrested for felony arson, the spokesperson said.
Detectives got a search warrant for the home and located approximately 51 grams of methamphetamine, digital scales, and two firearms inside.
The spokesperson said the drug seizure remains under investigation and could lead to additional charges.
Additional information wasn’t immediately available.
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