In a tragic incident, a Georgia man has been arrested after confessing to setting fire to a trailer, resulting in the death of his stepmother. The motive behind the arson is believed to be a dispute over the sale of a lot.
Edward Lary, a 55-year-old Rome, Georgia resident, was apprehended after reportedly admitting to committing the heinous crime. According to police, Lary nonchalantly pointed to his son, Timothy Edward Lary, and stated, "He set the fire and my wife is inside. I want him to go to jail."
Authorities were alerted to the structure fire at 11 Addington Court late Saturday night. Upon arriving at the scene, police officers encountered a raging inferno emanating from the trailer's roof and obstructing entry through the front and back doors.
Edward Lary, his son Timothy, and their 30-year-old neighbor, Quentin Patric Ealy, were present outside the trailer at the time of police arrival. During questioning, Edward Lary disclosed that his stepmother, who owned the lot, had been residing in the trailer with him.
Tragically, Edward Lary had a premonition that his 30-year-old son, Timothy, intended to burn down the trailer while he and his stepmother were at work. His worst fears were realized when Timothy allegedly ignited numerous papers and tossed them onto a mattress, igniting the blaze.
Edward Lary recounted that he believed his wife was trailing him as he fled the burning trailer, but he soon discovered her absence. He speculated that she had re-entered the dwelling in an attempt to rescue their beloved cat and two dogs.
Firefighters arrived on the scene and discovered the lifeless bodies of Edward Lary's wife and the three pets. The gruesome discovery sent shockwaves through the community.
Police apprehended Timothy Edward Lary and conducted a search of his person, uncovering a small torch lighter and a quantity of marijuana. A search warrant was also obtained for the residence.
As Timothy Edward Lary was being transported away from the scene, he allegedly turned his gaze back towards the trailer and uttered, "Yeah, let him get your ashes."
Authorities have charged Timothy Edward Lary with felony murder, neglect to a disabled adult, elderly person or resident, three counts of cruelty to animals, three counts of first-degree arson, and two counts of aggravated assault.
This appalling incident serves as a chilling reminder of the devastating consequences of violence and the desperation that can arise from familial disputes. As the investigation unfolds, the true extent of the motive behind this senseless act remains under scrutiny.
