A Connecticut contractor who helped build a house on the ABC reality TV show “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” has been accused of burning down his wood pellet business and charged with arson and other crimes, The Associated Press reports.
Bruce “Bruno” Hayn was arrested by Norwich police Monday. The 54-year-old from nearby Colchester also is charged with attempted arson, insurance fraud and giving a false statement.
Authorities say the charges stem from an October fire that caused extensive damage at Shur Fire Energy in Norwich, 40 miles southeast of Hartford.
Hayn hasn’t returned a message left at his home. It’s unclear if he has a lawyer.
Hayn helped lead volunteers who built a family a home in Voluntown in December 2008 after two family members drowned in a pond and their home was damaged by fire.
