Man Accused of Burglary, Arson At Petaluma Home

A Petaluma man was arrested Tuesday night on suspicion of burglary and attempted arson at his family’s home, a Petaluma police lieutenant said.

Christopher Philson, 30, was arrested around 8:40 p.m. at the Colwood Avenue residence, Lt. Dan Fish said. Philson, who is estranged from his family, allegedly entered the home when no one was there, disconnected a gas line to a stove and poured gasoline around the house, Fish said.

Philson’s brother called police when he arrived home, saw the front door was open and smelled gasoline, according to Fish.

Philson was found inside the house and was escorted outside, Fish said.

After getting medical clearance, he was arrested on suspicion of attempted arson and burglary and was booked into Sonoma County Jail, Fish said. He is scheduled to be arraigned this afternoon in Sonoma County Superior Court. Philson told police said he was not trying to commit suicide, Fish said.

The Petaluma Fire Department also responded and ventilated the residence.

--Bay City News

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