RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WKRN) — A Lascassas man is accused of attempting to assault first responders following a blaze in Rutherford County, officials said.
According to Rutherford County Fire Rescue, crews were sent to the 6300 block of Lofton Road just before 4 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 15, to respond to a fire.
After further investigation, officials with the Rutherford County Fire Marshal’s Office reportedly determined that the fire was “incendiary” in nature.
A man—identified as 42-year-old Jonathan Madison—was sought for questioning after being seen in the area. Authorities reported that he attempted to assault Rutherford County Fire Marshals and a deputy with the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office upon contact…