Bensalem, Pennsylvania, February 6, 2026
Harrison Jones, a 22-year-old from Michigan, has been sentenced to 20 to 40 years in prison for setting fire to a Pennsylvania home. Jones pleaded no contest to attempted homicide and aggravated animal cruelty, among other charges. The fire, driven by jealousy over his ex-girlfriend’s communication with the victim, resulted in injuries to six people and the death of two dogs. He was also ordered to pay over $500,000 in restitution for the property damage.
Bensalem, Pennsylvania – A Michigan man, Harrison Jones, 22, has recently been sentenced to 20 to 40 years in prison for setting fire to a Pennsylvania home. Jones entered a plea of no contest to six counts of attempted homicide and two counts of aggravated animal cruelty, and pleaded guilty to other charges including arson and risking catastrophe. He traveled over 700 miles from Michigan to commit the crime, which was fueled by jealousy over his ex-girlfriend’s communication with the victim.
Details of the Sentencing
Common Pleas Judge Matt Weintraub handed down the sentence on Thursday, February 5, 2026. The court ordered Jones to pay more than $500,000 in restitution to cover the destruction of the property. The judge explicitly noted that Jones would receive no credit for time served. The arson attack in February 2025 resulted in six people being injured and two dogs dying.
Background of the Arson Incident
The arson occurred at a home on the 5200 block of Merganser Way in Bensalem on February 10, 2025. Police stated that Jones drove over 700 miles from Michigan to the Bensalem residence. Investigators used automated license plate readers to track his vehicle traveling toward Bensalem before the fire and back toward Michigan afterward. The fire started around 5:00 a.m., trapping six people inside, some of whom had to jump from second-story windows to escape. Jones was arrested in Michigan shortly after the incident.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was Harrison Jones sentenced for?
Harrison Jones was sentenced for setting fire to a home in Pennsylvania.
How long was Harrison Jones’s sentence?
Harrison Jones received a sentence of 20 to 40 years in prison.
How far did Harrison Jones travel to commit the arson?
Harrison Jones traveled over 700 miles from Michigan to Pennsylvania.
When did the arson incident occur?
The arson incident occurred on February 10, 2025.
What was the motive behind the arson?
The motive behind the arson was jealousy over his ex-girlfriend’s communication with the victim.
Key Features of the Case
| Defendant | Harrison Jones |
| Age at Sentencing | 22 |
| Origin | Michigan |
| Crime | Arson, Attempted Homicide, Aggravated Animal Cruelty, Risking Catastrophe |
| Sentence | 20 to 40 years in prison |
| Restitution Ordered | Over $500,000 |
| Distance Traveled | Over 700 miles |
| Location of Crime | Bensalem, Pennsylvania |
| Motive | Jealousy |
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