Florida man accused of starting deadly Palisades Fire indicted, faces fresh charges
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Florida man accused of starting deadly Palisades Fire indicted, faces fresh charges
"The former Palisades resident now also faces one count of arson affecting property used in interstate commerce and one count of timber set afire. Prosecutors allege that Rinderknecht, who's also known as "Jonathan Rinder," and "Jon Rinder," used ChatGPT before and after setting the fire and that he had created an image of a burning forest with crowds fleeing."
"If convicted, he faces up to 45 years in federal prison, per a Department of Justice statement."
"Editor's note: This is a breaking news story. Please check back for updates."
The former Palisades resident, also known as "Jonathan Rinder" and "Jon Rinder," faces federal charges including one count of arson affecting property used in interstate commerce and one count of timber set afire. Prosecutors allege that he used ChatGPT before and after setting the fire and that he created an image of a burning forest with crowds fleeing. The Department of Justice states that, if convicted, he faces up to 45 years in federal prison. Authorities indicate the case involves both interstate commerce and destruction of timber. Further updates may follow.
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