Police say a Crestwood man blamed "bad childhood memories" for his decision to burn down a home that resulted in the death of a cat.
According to an arrest report, the incident occurred on Thursday, Feb. 8, just before 2:30 p.m., in the 7300 block of Peyton Avenue, off West Highway 22, in Crestwood.
Police say they were sent to that location after several fire departments responded to a fully involved house fire. According to the arrest report, fire officials suspected the fire may have been intentionally set by 33-year-old Eric Martin.
When confronted, Martin allegedly admitted to setting the fire. He said the home used to belong to his uncle, and was currently involved in a probate court case.