Des Moines man charged with attempted murder, arson for setting fire to home after dispute

By CNN Newsource

Published March 25, 2024 11:05 AM

By KCCI Staff

DES MOINES, Iowa (KCCI) — Des Moines police have arrested a suspect accused of starting a house fire after an argument with his girlfriend.

Officers arrested Pah Lo Baw, 36, Sunday in Des Moines. According to police, Baw poured gasoline on himself and his girlfriend after a dispute and said he was going to set them both on fire.

The woman was able to escape the home after the fire was started and was not significantly injured, police say.

Baw was found inside the home and taken into custody. He has been charged with attempted murder, first-degree arson and domestic abuse assault with intent to inflict serious injury.

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