A man accused of shooting at people trying to escape a burning house in Helena-West Helena has been arrested.
According to police, a 31-year-old man was arrested Sunday and is being held on a $1 million bond. He faces 12 counts of attempted first-degree murder, arson and illegal possession of a firearm.
Authorities say occupants reported the back of the home had been set on fire on Sept. 23. Police say as people tried to exit the home through the front door, two men dressed in dark clothing shot at them, forcing them back inside.
As authorities arrived at the home, officers say they heard gunshots and saw two men fleeing the scene. The other suspect is still being sought by police.
