House fire intentionally set in Bellevue

BELLEVUE, Wash. — A house fire was reported on Monday evening in Bellevue.

The fire occurred at a home along SE 4^th Street. Fire officials say it was intentionally set.

A man inside the home called 911 and said he was going to set the house on fire.

Officials say he has a history of arson. The 52-year-old man, with mental health issues, was arrested for investigation of arson, according to Bellevue police.

The fire was contained to one room.

No injuries were sustained as a result of the fire; the flames were extinguished by around 4:00 p.m.

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