A McClain County deputy's home was deliberately set on fire while his family was sleeping inside, leading to the arrest of a suspect linked to a string of burglaries targeting local law enforcement.

Investigators say Austin Reeves is the individual responsible for the arson. The McClain County Sheriff reported that Reeves had burglarized vehicles and property belonging to several law enforcement officers this week, including the deputy whose house was targeted.

According to federal court filings, a McClain County deputy reported a gun stolen from his personal vehicle, which was parked in front of his home in Washington on Friday, August 22. A search of the area using a drone led to the discovery of Reeves hiding under a neighbor's pool deck, where he was arrested.

Reeves, a convicted fe

See Full Page