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Turtle Creek Man Charged with Arson for Apartment Building Fire

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Allegheny County Fire Incident Leads to Arrest

**Turtle Creek, PA** – County police have filed charges following a fire incident in Turtle Creek. On Tuesday, Allegheny County 9-1-1 dispatched the Turtle Creek Fire Department to the 900 block of Lynn Avenue due to a reported fire. The building, an apartment complex, was housing five individuals at the time. No injuries were reported.

The Allegheny County Police Department’s General Investigations Unit, along with the Allegheny County Fire Marshal’s Office, started an investigation. Evidence uncovered by the Fire Marshal determined the fire was incendiary. Investigators observed a gasoline odor and oily traces in one of the affected apartments.

Further inquiries revealed Cynthia Grayson, 55, deliberately ignited the fire. Grayson occupied one apartment, while a family of four resided next door. She now faces several charges, including arson and recklessly endangering another person, and is in custody at the Allegheny County Jail.

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Man found shot to death inside apartment building in Suitland

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Homicide Investigation Launched Following Shooting in Suitland

**Suitland, MD** – Homicide Unit detectives are conducting an investigation into a fatal shooting that occurred on Friday. The victim has been identified as 30-year-old Brian Speaks, a resident of Suitland. Authorities are offering a reward of up to $25,000 for any information that leads to an arrest and indictment in this case. Preliminary findings suggest that the crime was not random.

On Friday, at approximately 5:45 p.m., police responded to a report of a shooting in the 3500 block of Parkway Terrace Drive. Upon arrival, officers found the victim inside an apartment building suffering from gunshot wounds. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.

Detectives are working actively to identify potential suspects and establish a motive for the shooting. The investigation remains ongoing.

Anyone who has information relevant to this case is encouraged to contact the Homicide Unit at 301-516-2512. Tips may also be submitted anonymously through Crime Solvers at www.pgcrimesolvers.com, through the “P3 Tips” mobile app, or by calling 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). Reference case number 24-0068482

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