Woodsboro Man Charged with First-Degree Arson Following Residential Fire Investigation
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
WOODSBORO, Md. (November 5, 2026) – On Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at approximately 5:23 p.m., deputies with the Frederick County Sheriff's Office responded to assist the Frederick County Division of Fire and Rescue Services personnel with a residential fire in the 10700 block of Etzler Mill Road in Woodsboro.
Deputies located and detained Michael East, 48, of Woodsboro, at the scene.
Preliminary investigation indicates the incident is believed to be domestic-related. Deputies and Fire Marshals remained on scene for several hours conducting an investigation.
As a result of the investigation, Michael East was arrested and transported to the Frederick County Adult Detention Center. He is charged with First-Degree Arson.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office at 301‑600‑1046 or submit a tip through the FCSO tip line at 301‑600‑4131.
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