Rivera Will Go On Trial For Arson

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The case of a New York City man accused of torching an apartment house in Watertown will go to trial this summer.

A trial date was set for August 4 for 30 year old Carlos Rivera, who’s charged with arson and assault in the December fire that destroyed a huge apartment building on Academy Street.

Rivera had until Tuesday to accept a deal with the Jefferson County District Attorney’s office.

Apparently, the deal was rejected.

Rivera’s attorney says his client wants to go to trial.

“I feel confident.  I think that we have a good case.  It’s what my client has wanted from the beginning,” said attorney Eric Swartz.

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