SUDBURY -- A 24-year-old woman and a 26-year-old man are facing charges following a disturbing incident in Sault Ste. Marie on Tuesday.

"It’s alleged the two accused entered a residence in the 0-100 block of Manila Terrace, poured what is believed to be gasoline inside the residence and attempted to ignite it," Sault police said in a news release Wednesday.

"At this time, residents forced the two out of the residence and an altercation ensued."

During the altercation, the male suspect is accused of threatening victims, swinging a bat in their direction. The female suspect got into a scuffle with another victim, cutting the victim's hand.

The two fled the scene before police arrived, but were arrested later on Sussex Road.

The woman is charged with assault with a weapon, arson, break and enter and breach of probation. The man is charged with assault with a weapon, arson, break and enter and uttering threats.

Both of the accused were held for bail court.