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Nurse Douses Workplace in Gas, Arrested
5 Jun
Summary
- A nurse is accused of setting his apartment and workplace ablaze.
- He allegedly doused his workplace lobby with gasoline.
- No injuries were reported in the arson incidents.
Taquan N. Ayers, a 25-year-old licensed practical nurse, was apprehended following a series of arsons in South Jersey that occurred recently. The first incident targeted Ayers' apartment, where fire crews successfully contained the blaze before it spread.
Minutes later, Ayers allegedly set his own vehicle on fire outside his workplace, Oaks Integrated Care. He then entered the building, doused the lobby in gasoline, and attempted to start a fire, though it was unsuccessful. He also reportedly made threats and briefly held a coworker captive.
Officials confirmed that no injuries were sustained in either his apartment fire or the attempted arson at his workplace. Ayers has been charged with attempted murder, aggravated arson, and terroristic threats, among other offenses. He is currently awaiting a detention hearing.
