Jonathan E. Quiles, a 20-year-old volunteer firefighter, has been arrested for intentionally starting a fire during a surge in brush fires amid dry conditions in New York.
Quiles reportedly ignited cotton balls and kicked them under a car, leading to significant damage. He has been charged with multiple arson-related offenses.
The Medford Fire Department's chairman stated they were unaware of Quiles's dangerous intentions, emphasizing the thorough arson background checks all firefighters undergo.
Following the charges, Quiles has been suspended from the Medford Fire District, and faces loss of his position if convicted.
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