Arson Suspect Caught on Camera Attempting to Burn Down MLK Jr.'s Birth Home

Laneisha Shantrice Henderson, a Florida woman, has been charged with attempted arson and interfering with government property after she was caught on camera pouring gasoline on Martin Luther King Jr.'s birth home in Atlanta. The incident occurred on Thursday, and she was apprehended by two off-duty NYPD officers until Atlanta police arrived. Henderson, who reportedly suffers from mental health issues, was transported for evaluation before being transferred to jail. The motive behind her actions remains unclear, and she could potentially face federal charges. The historic property, currently under renovation, is closed to visitors until 2025.