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Sanford temple arson suspect captured after police chase, officials say

Katherine Langford
Katherine Langford
Editor-in-Chief · Monday, May 4, 2026 at 6:09 PM
Sanford Buddhist Temple
Image: WFTV Orlando Local

A Georgia man has been arrested for allegedly setting fire to the Wat Navaram Buddhist Temple in Sanford, Florida. Singhasouk Phanouvong, 51, led police on a chase through Volusia and Flagler counties before being apprehended by state troopers on Saturday night. He faces multiple charges, including arson and burglary, and was booked into the Volusia County Jail without bond, with an initial court appearance scheduled for Monday afternoon.

Source: WFTV Orlando Local

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