A fire that was ruled arson severely damaged the front of a home in the 500 block of Walden Avenue in East Toledo early Sunday.
Authorities said the blaze at the home of Monica Perez, which was reported at 1:14 a.m., began on the front porch and then spread to the living room. Ms. Perez was not at home at the time, official said.
Damage was estimated at $12,000 and the Red Cross was called to assist the homeowner, fire officials said.