KOSCIUSKO — One subject is in custody this morning after being arrested on preliminary charges of arson and stalking near Barbee Lake in Kosciusko County.

Trenton Bowers

On Oct. 27, a residence in the 3000 block of CR 700E reported a fire causing damage to her residence. The arson caused damage to the siding of the residence an estimate for damage during this fire was $2,500 dollars.

On Oct. 31, a second fire was reported causing $2,500 dollars damage to the same residence. This fire was also determined to be arson.

An investigation was conducted into these incidents, and investigators determined a suspect for the case. Investigators apprehended the suspect while he was located back in the area of the residence with a lighter in his possession. The suspect admitted to setting the two previous fires, and it was determined he was involved in a previous relationship with the victim.

Kosciusko County Investigators arrested Trenton Bowers, 37, Huntington, for arson and stalking on Nov. 1.

The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department was assisted by the North Webster Fire Department and the Warsaw Fire Department in the conclusion of this case.   

The Kosciusko County Prosecutor’s Office advises that the defendant’s charge is merely an accusation and that the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.