Washington wildfire suspect had prior manslaughter conviction
Updated 3 months ago2 new reports, including The Guardian, The Straits Times.
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A suspect was arrested in connection with the Old Trails Fire in eastern Washington, which destroyed hundreds of homes and forced tens of thousands to evacuate. The man, Aaron F. Farinacci, had a prior manslaughter conviction before pleading guilty to a reduced charge.
Aaron F. Farinacci, 37, was arrested on suspicion of first-degree arson in connection with the Old Trails Fire that ignited Saturday in eastern Washington.1,3,4 The Old Trails Fire destroyed hundreds of buildings and forced tens of thousands of people to evacuate their homes.1,2,4 Farinacci was previously charged with first-degree murder before pleading guilty to a reduced manslaughter charge, according to court records.1,3
Authorities allege Farinacci is responsible for the fire that reduced hundreds of homes to rubble in Spokane, Washington.2,4 Farinacci made his first court appearance on Monday following his arrest.2 The fire was reported to have ignited on Saturday, according to multiple outlets.3,4
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