Eddie Thomas, 69, faces attempted murder and arson charges after a Lakeland group home burned with several people inside.

Eddie Lee Thomas, who has an extensive criminal history, had served 17 years in prison for murdering his wife back in 1986.

A Lakeland man was accused of setting his house on fire while his roommates were home. The Polk County Sheriff’s Office said Eddie Thomas, 69, set fire to the group home he was living in on May 15.

Upon arrival, it was confirmed that five residents were in the home, with two individuals suffering serious injuries. During ...

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The Polk County Sheriff's Office said the suspect is being charged with five counts of attempted first-degree murder and arson.

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