7BERKELEY TOWNSHIP, N.J. – A 70-year-old man was charged after investigators determined three separate fires inside his home were intentionally set.

Authorities say George DiPierro was arrested Saturday afternoon after emergency crews responded to his Harbor Court residence for a report of a blaze.

Officials allege DiPierro ignited fires on both floors of the house before being taken into custody without incident.

Key Points

George DiPierro, 70, of Berkeley Township, charged with three counts of aggravated arson

Multiple fires discovered on both floors of a Harbor Court residence

Investigators determined all three fires were intentionally set using an open flame

Fires discovered throughout home

According to the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office, first responders arrived around 12:1

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