Man suffers burns after attempted arson at Haines City High School, police say

HAINES CITY, Fla. — A man had to be hospitalized after an allegedly failed arson attempt at Haines City High School.

According to Haines City Police Department officials, the man went into the school with a gas can that they believe was intended to start a fire inside the school.

However, he suffered severe burns to his face and was airlifted to a nearby hospital.

Officials did not initially state whether there was any damage to the school. Students are expected back in class on Wednesday.

The incident has been turned over to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office for investigation.

Spectrum News Staff

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