In a bizarre attempt to get the firefighters' attention, James Brown, 26, set his own home on fire. Described as having a fascination with the fire service, he managed to get his wish but with disastrous consequences. The case raises questions about how far people will go to get noticed.

James Brown’s saga blazed onto the news not just for its drama, but for the unsettling message behind “Maine Man Arrested After Setting His House on Fire to Get Firefighters’ Attention.” This Maine man certainly got noticed, but now faces arson charges—and zero sympathy.