Man accused of setting a camper on fire in Oktibbeha Co.

Man accused of setting a camper on fire in Oktibbeha Co.

OKTIBBEHA COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – An Oktibbeha County man has been accused of intentionally setting a camper trailer on fire with someone inside.

48-year-old Corey Westmoreland was charged with arson and attempted murder.

Sheriff Shank Phelps said the fire happened about 7:30 p.m., on January 5, on Craig Springs Road.

Investigators were able to determine the fire was intentionally set.

Westmoreland was arrested a day later.

Investigator Brett Watson says Westmoreland was released from jail on a $30,000 bond.

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