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Man accused of cutting off his genitals, using them to start a fire, authorities say
Christopher Peden is accused of cutting off his genitals and using them to start a garage fire in Fort Wayne, Indiana, leading to an arson charge with a potential 12-year prison sentence. Authorities found a gasoline container, four lighters, and a kitchen knife at the scene. Peden admitted to lying about a stabbing and confessed to the act, with a trial set for next week.
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