DUBOIS – A 31-year-old DuBois woman, Desiree M. Updyke, is facing arson and related charges in relation to a recent early-morning fire at the Sandy Club, reported Sandy Township police.
The charges against Updyke are the result of an investigation by the Sandy Township police and fire departments and the Pennsylvania State Police Fire Marshal.
According to police, a Nov. 15 fire caused extensive damage to the restroom at the club. Investigators determined the fire originated on the floor in the women’s restroom.
Also, investigators determined a toilet paper roll was deliberately removed from the dispenser. It was put on the floor along with loose toilet paper.
The fire, according to Sandy Township police, was contained in the stall of the restroom.
Updyke has been charged by Sandy Township police with 19 counts each of arson-danger of death or bodily injury and recklessly endangering another person.
She has also been charged with arson/inhabited building or structure; causing or risking catastrophe; criminal mischief/damage to property; and disorderly conduct.
Updyke appeared with her attorney for arraignment today at Magisterial District Judge Pat Ford’s office, where she was released on $50,000 unsecured bail.
