Son Set Fire to Mother’s Home | Kansas City News

Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 19, 2026 · 1m

A Kansas City man, Ryan Willis, 36, is facing murder and arson charges after allegedly setting his mother’s home ablaze early Tuesday morning — killing 59-year-old Shirley Willis. Footage from a Ring doorbell captured him deliberately igniting the fire using a book and lighter, even attempting to cover the camera in shame. Despite claiming he didn’t know she was inside, witnesses heard her screaming for help while he reportedly did nothing to rescue her, only saying “The house is on fire.” A torch-style lighter was found at the scene. Ryan, who had permission to stay on the porch, is now…