A man accused in an Elkhart arson case is expected to go to trial next month.

38-year-old Christopher Williams is charged with arson, a Level 4 felony, and intimidation, a Level 6 felony, in connection with a house fire on Hawthorne Street.

Police and firefighters were called to the 700 block in September of 2024. Investigators say Williams, the homeowner’s ex-boyfriend, had been at the house earlier that morning and allegedly threatened to burn it down.

Shortly after he left, occupants discovered a fire in the master bathroom and called 911. The home was a total loss.

The Goshen News says Williams was later tracked into Michigan using license plate camera data.

During court Thursday, his attorney confirmed plans to proceed to trial February 16.