MIAMI (WSVN) - A man suspected of arson tried to elude police by jumping into the Miami River.

A nearby boater helped City of Miami Police officers haul the subject out of the water, Wednesday afternoon.

Investigators said the man was suspected of setting a fire earlier in the day.

The individual was arrested and will be charged with arson and resisting arrest.

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