Robert Hernandez, a CAL FIRE employee, has been arrested for starting five brush fires. His prior conviction for vehicular manslaughter highlights a disturbing pattern of behavior.
Hernandez was arrested at Howard Forest Fire Station. Records show he had been an inmate firefighter, assisting during emergencies after his previous conviction for causing a fatal collision.
Cal Fire Director Joe Tyler expressed his outrage, stating, 'I am appalled to learn one of our employees would violate the public's trust and attempt to tarnish the tireless work of the 12,000 women and men of CAL FIRE.'
The allegations against Hernandez involve igniting blazes off-duty, burning less than an acre of land, due to the quick response of local residents and firefighters.
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