Michael Satterfield, 66, faces arson and animal cruelty charges after a garage fire caused an estimated $175,000 in damage.
SALISBURY, MD — Firefighters rescued five cats from a Salisbury home after its owner allegedly set the property on fire Saturday evening, October 24, according to the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office.
Michael Satterfield, 66, was charged with arson and five counts of animal cruelty following the blaze in the 6000 block of Hunters Mill Drive. He was held without bond at the Wicomico County Detention Center.
Fire began in attached garage
Live Map: Here’s where it happened 6000 BLOCK OF HUNTERS MILL DRIVE, SALISUBURY MD
The fire was reported at approximately 5:35 p.m., drawing 40 firefighters to the one-story home. Crews brought the flames under control in about 30 minutes.
Investigators determined the fire began in the attached garage and was deliberately set. Damage was estimated at $175,000…