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Man Accused Of Setting Building On Fire During Police Chase To Appear In Court

LAKEWOOD, Colo. (CBS4) - A man accused of setting an apartment on fire during a police chase is expected to face a judge on Monday.

Brandon Besson
Brandon Besson (credit: Lakewood Police Department)

Brandon Besson, 28, is facing several charges including attempted murder and arson.

Besson allegedly ran away from police during a traffic stop and tried to hide in a four-plex in Lakewood. Police say he set the building on fire before being arrested.

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(credit: Tony Cofran)

The Red Cross is helping out seven people displaced by the fire.

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