CPD: Man Attacks Homeless People

A man goes into a homeless camp, attacks residents and sets fire to their belongings, authorities say.

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Published: April 28, 2009

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COLUMBUS, Ohio -- A man was arrested after being accused of attacking a group of homeless people in their West Side camp.

NBC 4 reported with the FAST FACTS Tuesday.

The incident occurred just after 10 p.m. Monday.

Columbus police arrested one person after he allegedly entered a homeless camp off Souder Avenue. The suspect reportedly assaulted at least one person and attempted to set fire to the camp residents' belongings.

Arson investigators were called to the scene.

One individual was transported to a nearby hospital, but his or her condition remained unknown.

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