Arson suspect charged after reportedly throwing burning objects inside Fridley nursing home

A man accused of throwing items he set on fire inside a Fridley nursing home, where he lived, is facing multiple felony charges for the incident.

According to court documents, Joel Gualberto Villota-Molina, 27, is facing three felony charges, including first-degree arson, first-degree attempted assault, and 4th degree assault against a peace officer.

As previously reported, police were called to a nursing home at 5700 East River Road Northeast in Fridley on Monday. A resident of the nursing home, later identified as Villota-Molina, was reportedly throwing burning items inside the building…

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