Fulshear, TX– A Texas father faces allegations from law enforcement for allegedly igniting a blaze in his residence with his three children still present inside.
A 46-year-old man, Pedro Luis Parra Pulgar, faces serious charges including three counts of attempted murder and arson related to a fire that occurred on November 6 at his residence in the Polo Ranch area of Fulshear, located approximately 35 miles west of downtown Houston.
On December 12, Fulshear police released a statement on Facebook alleging that Parra Pulgar “intentionally set the blaze” at his residence while his three children were present inside.
Two 15-year-olds, as noted in court documents, were able to flee the flames with only minor injuries, while the youngest, a 3-year-old toddler, was left behind in the blaze.
Authorities accessed the residence via the bedroom window and rescued the child, who was experiencing “severe smoke inhalation.” A local hospital provided treatment to the child who was airlifted and has now been released, according to Fulshear Police.
Parra Pulgar suffered injuries in the fire, with noticeable severe burns evident in his mugshot. Following his release on December 12, he was taken into custody at the Fort Bend County Jail, according to police reports.
He faces three charges of attempted murder along with one charge of arson, according to county arrest records. Bail has been established at $2.3 million.
Court documents reveal that Parra Pulgar, a national from Venezuela, is currently detained under a hold placed by Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
The upcoming court appearance is scheduled for January 13, 2025.