Suspect in Whitehall arson found

Police said they have found a suspect in connection with a Whitehall arson hiding under the table at a home. 

Garrett T. Bard, 30, is accused of setting a fire on Nov. that destroyed a house at 28 Mountain St. and caused extensive damage to a neighboring house and property.

Police issued a warrant for Bard’s arrest earlier this month.

Deputies continued to follow up on leads, which led them to a residence on William Streets on Tuesday around 3:45 p.m. Bard allegedly was hiding under table in a rear bedroom of the residence. He is facing charges of arson, endangering the welfare of a child, criminal mischief and reckless endangerment.

Bard was arraigned in Washington County Centralized Arraignment Court and released on his own recognizance.