Shreveport Man Arrested for Trying to Burn Down Pregnant Woman’s House

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SHREVEPORT, LA-  Shreveport police arrest man for domestic incident involving arson

On October 19, 2023, around 5:45 p.m. Shreveport Police Patrol officers were called to a report of domestic trouble from a residence located in the 2700 block of Malcolm Street. Upon arrival, officers found that a physical altercation between a male and pregnant female had occurred. After the altercation the male reported attempted to set fire to the residence while the female and small children were inside. After a struggle, officers were able to detain the suspect.

Fortunately, no one was severely injured in the incident. Officers arrested Christopher Johnson (6-30-81) for one count of felony domestic abuse battery, one count of domestic abuse battery of a pregnant victim, three counts of domestic abuse battery with child endangerment, four counts of resisting arrest, and one count of aggravated arson.

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