NEWPORT, R.I. (AP) - A New York City man is facing an arson charge for allegedly setting a fire in a Rhode Island Wal-Mart.
Newport police say 58-year-old George Reddick turned himself in on Wednesday.
Fire officials responded Monday night to the Wal-Mart on Connell Highway for a report of fires in two locations in the aisles.
Authorities say Reddick was identified through video footage and interviews. They say he had been in the store for an extended period, even changing clothes while there. They also say he had approached Wal-Mart personnel about employment in the store.
Police drew up an arrest warrant but say he had left Rhode Island. Reddick then turned himself in in Newport around 4 a.m. Wednesday.
It wasn’t immediately clear if Reddick has an attorney.
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