Man accused of setting fire inside Huntington Place learns sentence

DETROIT – The man who pleaded guilty to starting a fire inside Huntington Place in April has been sentenced to two years of probation.

Detroit fire investigators said Deashawn Victor Harrison was caught on camera going inside Huntington Place just before 9 a.m. on April 28, dousing the carpet with gasoline, walking toward the exit and setting a fire before leaving.

Harrision was arrested on May 8 after surveillance images and case details were shared publicly and a tipster who spotted the man contacted authorities. He was initially charged with third-degree arson and preparation to burn real property, however the third-degree arson charge was dropped when he entered his plea.

No injuries were reported in the fire, which was quickly extinguished and caused minimal damage.

In addition to serving two years probation, Harrison will be required to pay more than $6,000 in fees.