Man allegedly set fire to Chandler home with people inside

Police say a man accused of setting fire to an East Valley home with people inside hsa been taken into custody.

What we know:

On May 4, Chandler Police say a fire broke out at a home near Country Club Drive and Guadalupe Road. Five people were inside the home at the time of the fire, including three people who have active orders of protection against 61-year-old Oscar Sanchez.

One person suffered smoke inhalation during the fire.

On May 20, police said Sanchez was in custody. He's accused of multiple charges, including arson and endangerment.

Oscar Sanchez (Chandler PD)

Map of where the fire happened

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