Dec 20, 2019

RCPD: Teen used body spray in attempt to set teen on fire

Posted Dec 20, 2019 8:30 PM

RILEY COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating an aggravated battery and have a teen suspect in custody.

Just after 3p.m. Thursday, officers responded to the 400 Block of Clydesdale Drive in Ogden, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

A 16-year-old identified as Armando Valazquez of Ogden attempted to use body spray and a lighter in an alleged attack on another 16-year-old boy, according to the report.

Police arrested Valazquez on requested charges that include "Create simulated explosives to intimidate Attempted aggravated battery; Reckless deadly weapon cause great body harm/disfigure/death of Juvenile.  

He is being held in juvenile detention.