Suspect in deadly DeKalb County arson captured in Alabama, police say

STONECREST, Ga. (Atlanta News First) – A man wanted in connection with an apartment fire that claimed a woman’s life is in custody, police said on Tuesday.

Fire crews responded to the 5000 block of Fairington Road in Stonecrest around 1 a.m. on Labor Day. They said they believe the fire was set intentionally.

Shawn Fails, 44, was arrested Monday by officers in Chambers County during a traffic stop in Lanett, Alabama. Police said he is the victim’s ex-boyfriend.

“The Lanett Police Department extends its deepest condolences to the family affected by this heartbreaking incident,” Police Chief Denise McCain said in a statement…

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