 A teen is suspected of setting fire to a historic church in Melrose has confessed to the crime, ending more than two years of investigations. The investigation into the fire at St. Mary's Catholic Church was determined to be arson in March of 2016. The fire cost several million dollars worth of damage. Authorities said many people were re-interviewed and the potential evidence was re-examined before narrowing in on a suspect who was 13 at the time of the fire. The teen has been charged with first degree arson and will go through juvenile court proceedings. Juvenile court proceedings are by law confidential so no further information regarding the incident will be released. If you enjoyed this segment of Lakeland news please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland PBS.