Warwick arson: Middletown man accused of setting fire to NY trooper’s father’s home in Orange County as revenge

WARWICK, New York (WABC) — A Middletown man was arrested for allegedly setting fire to the home of a New York State trooper’s father in an act of revenge, the Orange County District Attorney’s Office says.

Tyler Williams, 26, was stopped by an officer on December 20, 2023 and issued multiple traffic tickets.

The next morning, a fire was set at the trooper’s father’s home in Warwick, completely destroying the house.

Prosecutors say a five-month investigation revealed Williams searched online and discovered the trooper’s address.

Williams was arrested Wednesday on arson charges.

He pleaded not guilty and was remanded to the Orange County Jail without bail.

“Law enforcement officers, who are the backbone of our community’s safety, must be protected for the dangerous work they do,” said District Attorney David M. Hoovler. “Our community will not allow such heinous behavior, as alleged in this case, to go unchecked.”

Williams’ next court appearance is scheduled for May 21.

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