A Michigan man drove over 700 miles to Pennsylvania to set fire to a home with six people inside after discovering online communication between his ex-girlfriend and a resident. The family escaped, but two dogs perished. The suspect, Harrison Jones, faces attempted homicide and arson charges and awaits extradition.
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