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California Warehouse Arson: Man Compares Himself to Murder Suspect
11 Apr
Summary
- Suspect charged with arson after destroying a $600 million warehouse.
- He texted a coworker comparing himself to a murder suspect.
- The suspect cited low pay as a motivation for the fire.
A massive fire that destroyed a Kimberly-Clark warehouse in Ontario, California, has led to felony arson charges against employee Chamel Abdulkarim. The blaze, which broke out early Tuesday, resulted in over $600 million in damages, including $500 million in destroyed paper products and a $150 million warehouse. Fire investigators revealed that Abdulkarim texted a coworker after the incident, comparing himself to Luigi Mangione, who is currently facing murder charges. Video footage reportedly shows Abdulkarim setting fire to combustibles within the warehouse, while stating he did not make sufficient wages. Authorities emphasized a strong stance against those who threaten American values and economic systems. The investigation is ongoing, with state charges expected to proceed first.
