BEND, OR -- A Bend-area man is accused of setting his own house on fire an then blocking access to fire crews. At about 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, 45-year-old David Sheridan called 911. Authorities say he reported he set fire to his house on Alfalfa Market Road.

When crews arrived, they discovered a Toyota pickup on its side, blocking the long driveway leading to the house. Deschutes County deputies say Sheridan then positioned a skidsteer next to the pickup, climbed on top of it and waved at deputies while they attempted to talk to him over a loudspeaker.

Due to the growing danger of the fire spreading to neighboring properties, deputies approached the man, who then surrendered. 

Investigators say no one  else was at the property and evidence confirmed Sheridan started the fire and attempted to impede firefighters from putting it out. He was arrested on charges of Arson, Reckless Burning, Obstructing Government or Judicial Administration and Criminal Mischief.