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Kalamazoo Fires: Suspect Arrested After Weekend Arson Spree
2 Sep
Summary
- A person of interest is in custody for five fires over the weekend.
- The fires occurred across Kalamazoo within a six-hour period.
- No injuries were reported in connection with the incidents.
A person of interest has been apprehended by the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety as investigations continue into five suspicious fires that erupted across the city over the weekend. The suspect, identified as a resident of Kalamazoo, was taken into custody on Monday afternoon. Authorities are recommending arson charges be filed by the Kalamazoo County Prosecutor's Office.
The series of fires began on Friday, August 28, starting at approximately 9:30 p.m. and spanning a six-hour duration. Incidents included a trash can fire on North Burdick Street, a porta-potty fire on Oxford Street, burning foliage near South Riverview Drive, a vehicle fire on Cimarron Drive, and another trash can fire on the same street. All fires occurred within approximately two miles of each other.
Officials have stated that no injuries resulted from any of the fires. Investigators are still working to establish a motive for the arsons, and initial reports suggest the suspect does not have a prior criminal background. Anyone with further information is encouraged to contact the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety or the Kalamazoo Silent Observer tip line.
