Crime & Safety

Arson Suspect Sought In West Haven: Police

Police say the suspect is wanted in connection to an arson fire that left a woman trapped inside her home last month.

WEST HAVEN, CT — West Haven Police are asking for the public’s assistance with locating a suspect wanted in connection to an arson fire that left a woman trapped inside her home last month. Police announced on Friday afternoon that the West Haven Police Department Detective Division, in conjunction with the City of West Haven Center District Fire Marshal’s Office, have secured an arrest warrant for Tyrece Perry.

Perry, 21, is wanted in connection to an arson house fire on July 11 that left a women trapped in her residence, according to police.

Police said Perry is currently wanted for first-degree arson, second-degree assault, home invasion and three counts of first-degree reckless endangerment.

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Anyone with information on Perry’s whereabouts is asked to contact the West Haven Police Department at 203-937-3900 or the Detective Division at 203-937-3934, 203-937-3905 or on social media. All information can remain anonymous.

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