Man who pleaded guilty to starting fatal fire dies in custody

A Nebraska man who had had pleaded guilty to first-degree arson and attempted first-degree assault has died in custody, according to the Douglas County Department of Corrections.

January 15, 2022Updated: January 15, 2022

By News Channel Nebraska

Man who pleaded guilty to starting fatal fire dies in custody

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