
A New Jersey man who was initially praised for trying to save his neighbor in a fire in July is now accused of killing her in the blaze. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. William Ahle, 70, was charged with first-degree murder, first-degree felony murder, first-degree burglary and second-degree aggravated arson, the Union County Prosecutor's Office said in a news release Wednesday.
Main Idea: William Ahle, once praised for trying to save his neighbor from a house fire, is now charged with killing her in what police say was an intentional arson.
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A suspected arson and murder case can shake trust and safety in neighborhoods, and it may leave families worried about fire risks and police response.
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