A DeRidder man is wanted by police after he allegedly drove his vehicle into his ex-wife’s home and attempted to set the house on fire.
DeRidder Police say that 49-year-old Ricky Calloway allegedly drove his Chevrolet Suburban into his ex-wife’s house early on Tuesday morning. Two occupants, hearing the commotion, exited the house. Calloway then backed up his vehicle and attempted to strike the two occupants.
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According to Police, Calloway then parked his vehicle near his ex-wife’s bedroom and poured gasoline all over his vehicle. Calloway allegedly began yelling that everyone was going to die before setting the car on fire.
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Calloway then fled the scene.
Police say that the fire was quickly extinguished and that no one was injured.
A warrant was issued for Calloway’s arrest on charges of Attempted First-Degree Murder. A bond is set at $350,000. The State Fire Marshall’s Office is aiding in the investigation.
Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Calloway is asked to call DeRidder Police at 337-462-8911 or Crime Stoppers at 337-462-8918.