Florida Man Charged with Murder After Arson Kills Four People and Three Dogs

Suspect allegedly set fire to mobile home with intent to scare, not kill, according to court records.

Shawn Gossett, 25, faces multiple charges including first-degree murder and aggravated cruelty to animals.
The victims, all adults, were identified as family members who lived with Gossett in the Plant City home.
Gossett initially claimed the fire started accidentally but later admitted to intentionally setting it.
Court documents reveal Gossett wanted to leave the home and return to his father's residence.
The fire, which occurred just after midnight, was quickly contained but resulted in multiple fatalities.