Accused arsonist studied how to maximize Washington wildfire’s harm, police say
Aaron Farinacci, a 37-year-old man, has been charged with arson for allegedly starting the Old Trails fire in Spokane, Washington. Court documents reveal he studied how to maximize fire destruction and is suspected of setting 25 other fires in the region over the past year.
Why it matters
The case highlights the severe threat posed by deliberate arson during periods of high wildfire risk, which have caused widespread displacement and property damage.
A firefighter hoses down the remains of a home destroyed in the Old Trails fire in Spokane on Friday. A firefighter hoses down the remains of a home destroyed in the Old Trails fire in Spokane on Friday. Washington state Accused arsonist studied how to maximize Washington wildfire’s harm, police say Court documents allege Aaron Farinacci, who faces slew of arson charges, set 25 fires in Spokane area over past year
Prefer the Guardian on Google The 37-year-old man accused of sparking a devastating fire in Washington allegedly studied how to maximize the blaze’s destruction and was responsible for setting 25 other fires in the Spokane area over the past year, according to a court affidavit.
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