Man arrested for setting fire to homeless person's belongings

A man was arrested for allegedly setting fire to a homeless person's belongings outside the Kalamazoo Public Library. The incident occurred late on March 16, with the victim managing to extinguish the flames before they spread. The fire damaged a nearby shopping cart and the exterior of a building. Police responded quickly, preventing further damage and ensuring the victim was unharmed. The suspect, a 43-year-old man with a history of trespassing, is currently in the Kalamazoo County Jail. His name has not been released as he awaits arraignment.