An Elmira man is facing arson charges following an incident on Wednesday night in Elmira.
According to Elmira Police, 39-year-old David E. Hodder has been charged with arson in the third degree, a Class C felony.
The charges stem from a fire at a vacant home in the area of West First Street and College Ave. The fire started at around 11:40 p.m. on Wednesday.
Police arrived to find a small amount of smoke coming from the home, and they witnessed Hodder leaving the home. The fire was quickly extinguished, and Hodder was placed under arrest.
Anyone with information about the incident should contact the Elmira Police Department at 607-737-5626.
