A heated argument inside a New York home quickly turned dangerous when a woman allegedly threatened to burn the entire house down. What began as a verbal fight soon escalated into a serious situation involving fire and police action.
Argument Turns Into a Serious Incident
A 59-year-old woman, Lisa Decaprio, has been charged with arson and harassment after a domestic dispute in Seaford, New York. According to the Nassau County Police Department, the incident happened on Friday evening at a home on Neptune Avenue.
Police officers reached the spot around 8:14 p.m. after receiving a report of a disturbance. When they arrived, they found that Decaprio had been involved in a heated argument with a 63-year-old man who lived in the same house.
Threats and Escalation
Authorities said the argument started as a verbal fight but quickly got worse. During the dispute, Decaprio allegedly began throwing items at the man. The exact reason behind the fight has not been shared by police.
As the situation intensified, Decaprio reportedly made a serious threat, saying she would burn the house down. This warning soon turned into action when she allegedly set a pillow on fire inside the home.
Fire Quickly Controlled
Fortunately, the fire did not spread. By the time emergency responders arrived, the flames had already been put out. The man involved in the incident was not injured.
Police have not confirmed who made the emergency call, but quick action helped prevent a much bigger disaster.
Arrest and Charges
Lisa Decaprio was arrested at the scene without any resistance. After her arrest, she was taken to a hospital for medical evaluation and later transferred to jail.
She now faces serious charges, including:
- Arson
- Harassment
These charges can carry strict penalties if proven in court.
Court Appearance and Bail Details
At her court hearing in Nassau County District Court on Saturday, Decaprio pleaded not guilty to both charges.
The court set her bail options as:
- $10,000 cash bail
- $20,000 secured bond
- $50,000 partially secured surety bond
It is not yet clear whether she has been released or remains in custody. She is scheduled to appear in court again on April 14 for further proceedings.
