Multiple fires connected to properties owned by man accused in widespread fraud scheme

The two men accused of pulling off the largest deed fraud scheme in Western Pennsylvania history are out of jail. They were able to walk free ahead of their next court date, without paying a dime.

11 Investigates told you last week when detectives from the Allegheny County District Attorney’s Office arrested William Schneider and William Petruskie on nearly 150 felony charges for the large-scale property thefts.

11 Investigates is learning the deed fraud scheme is not the only thing under investigation. There have been at least four fires at addresses connected to William Schneider. Sources tell 11 Investigates those cases are now getting a closer look…

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