Hope LeAnn McAlee, 39 of Rome, was arrested this week after reports said she set fire to a man’s home and then attempted to steal his car.
Reports said that McAlee started a fire in the bedroom and a bathroom to the home on McHenry Drive. Police added that McAlee had threatened the fire three days prior to committing the act.
McAlee then attempted to break into and steal the victim’s car. She allegedly unscrewed the dash exposing the wiring in an attempt to start the vehicle.
McAlee is charged with first degree arson and entering an automobile with intent to commit a felony.
