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www.nytimes.com
6 hours ago
US news

Mailbox Arson Damages Ballots in Phoenix

The arson incident in Phoenix damaged mail-in ballots during a critical election period. [ more ]
www.bbc.com
1 week ago
London

Boy not guilty of endangering life with school fire

A 16-year-old boy was cleared of endangering life after starting a fire at a Catholic school, showing his actions were self-directed. [ more ]
#emergency-services
www.newsshopper.co.uk
1 week ago
London

Arson suspect arrested as TikTok shows popular south east London market burned down

A suspected arsonist was arrested after a fire at Vinegar Yard in London, with no injuries reported. [ more ]
euronews
3 weeks ago
New York City

Eight children seriously hurt in arson attack in German city of Essen

A man was arrested for setting fires in Essen, injuring 30 people, including children, and later driving a van into shops.
Authorities are investigating the suspect's motives, with indications of personal distress rather than political intent. [ more ]
www.newsshopper.co.uk
1 week ago
London

Arson suspect arrested as TikTok shows popular south east London market burned down

A suspected arsonist was arrested after a fire at Vinegar Yard in London, with no injuries reported. [ more ]
euronews
3 weeks ago
New York City

Eight children seriously hurt in arson attack in German city of Essen

A man was arrested for setting fires in Essen, injuring 30 people, including children, and later driving a van into shops.
Authorities are investigating the suspect's motives, with indications of personal distress rather than political intent. [ more ]
moreemergency-services
#community-safety
www.newsshopper.co.uk
1 week ago
Miscellaneous

The Lower Belvedere estate plagued by state of 'car arsons' with fears it won't stop

Rising vehicle arson incidents have instilled fear in the community, with residents feeling unsafe and demanding increased safety measures. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
London

Girl, 14, arrested on suspicion of arson after deadly house fire

A teenage girl has been arrested in connection with a deadly house fire in Leicester, but investigations continue. [ more ]
Cbsnews
2 months ago
Cars

Brooklyn man accused of throwing lit firework into Verizon van in road rage attack

Brooklyn man charged for throwing lit firework in road rage incident. [ more ]
www.newsshopper.co.uk
1 week ago
Miscellaneous

The Lower Belvedere estate plagued by state of 'car arsons' with fears it won't stop

Rising vehicle arson incidents have instilled fear in the community, with residents feeling unsafe and demanding increased safety measures. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
London

Girl, 14, arrested on suspicion of arson after deadly house fire

A teenage girl has been arrested in connection with a deadly house fire in Leicester, but investigations continue. [ more ]
Cbsnews
2 months ago
Cars

Brooklyn man accused of throwing lit firework into Verizon van in road rage attack

Brooklyn man charged for throwing lit firework in road rage incident. [ more ]
morecommunity-safety
#public-safety
www.dw.com
1 week ago
New York City

Germany: Police shoot man in western city of Krefeld DW 10/10/2024

A suspect was shot after allegedly setting fires and damaging property in Krefeld, with police stating there's no ongoing danger to the public. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
2 weeks ago
California

Convicted arsonist arrested on suspicion of starting two more Northern California wildfires

A convicted arsonist has been arrested again for starting new wildfires in California, highlighting the ongoing issue of arson-related fires in the state. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago
Berlin

Suspect arrested after allegedly setting 2 fires and driving into 2 shops in Germany

A man was arrested in Essen for arson and attempted assault, injuring 30 including children; officials are investigating his motives. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago
New York City

Police arrest man on suspicion of murder following fatal East Bay house fire

A Union City man was arrested for first-degree murder and arson following a fatal fire that resulted in one death. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
1 month ago
California

Off-duty firefighter facing arson charges, suspected of sparking 5 Northern California blazes

Cal Fire engineer arrested for allegedly starting multiple wildfires in Northern California, undermining public trust in firefighting efforts. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
Los Angeles

Mother defends man accused of intentionally setting huge California wildfire

A man was arrested for allegedly starting the Line fire in San Bernardino County, facing multiple arson charges. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 week ago
New York City

Germany: Police shoot man in western city of Krefeld DW 10/10/2024

A suspect was shot after allegedly setting fires and damaging property in Krefeld, with police stating there's no ongoing danger to the public. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
2 weeks ago
California

Convicted arsonist arrested on suspicion of starting two more Northern California wildfires

A convicted arsonist has been arrested again for starting new wildfires in California, highlighting the ongoing issue of arson-related fires in the state. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago
Berlin

Suspect arrested after allegedly setting 2 fires and driving into 2 shops in Germany

A man was arrested in Essen for arson and attempted assault, injuring 30 including children; officials are investigating his motives. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago
New York City

Police arrest man on suspicion of murder following fatal East Bay house fire

A Union City man was arrested for first-degree murder and arson following a fatal fire that resulted in one death. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
1 month ago
California

Off-duty firefighter facing arson charges, suspected of sparking 5 Northern California blazes

Cal Fire engineer arrested for allegedly starting multiple wildfires in Northern California, undermining public trust in firefighting efforts. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
Los Angeles

Mother defends man accused of intentionally setting huge California wildfire

A man was arrested for allegedly starting the Line fire in San Bernardino County, facing multiple arson charges. [ more ]
morepublic-safety
#legal-case
www.pressenterprise.com
2 weeks ago
East Bay (California)

Man who set fire at California Target store gets 23 years in prison

A Lake Elsinore man received a 23-year prison sentence for committing arson at a Target store leading to $11.7 million in damages. [ more ]
New York Post
1 month ago
New York City

Heir who torched Israel flag at Columbia protest pleads not guilty as lawyer makes quip to judge

James Carlson pleaded not guilty to charges related to burning a Jewish man's Israeli flag during a protest at Columbia University. [ more ]
www.pressenterprise.com
2 weeks ago
East Bay (California)

Man who set fire at California Target store gets 23 years in prison

A Lake Elsinore man received a 23-year prison sentence for committing arson at a Target store leading to $11.7 million in damages. [ more ]
New York Post
1 month ago
New York City

Heir who torched Israel flag at Columbia protest pleads not guilty as lawyer makes quip to judge

James Carlson pleaded not guilty to charges related to burning a Jewish man's Israeli flag during a protest at Columbia University. [ more ]
morelegal-case
#fire-department
Sacramento Bee
2 weeks ago
California

2 arrested after Northern California investigators determine arson sparked separate forest fires

Two men arrested for arson in Northern California, one under the influence; significant fire near Stampede Reservoir was contained within two acres. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
2 weeks ago
Los Angeles

L.A. serial arson suspect arrested, accused of lighting string of downtown fires

Victor Marias was arrested for multiple arson fires in downtown Los Angeles, causing significant damage and injuries. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
Los Angeles

Police search for arson suspect in blaze that burned an abandoned construction site in Chinatown

The arson incident in Chinatown injured six and prompted a police investigation for public assistance in identifying the suspect. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
2 weeks ago
California

2 arrested after Northern California investigators determine arson sparked separate forest fires

Two men arrested for arson in Northern California, one under the influence; significant fire near Stampede Reservoir was contained within two acres. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
2 weeks ago
Los Angeles

L.A. serial arson suspect arrested, accused of lighting string of downtown fires

Victor Marias was arrested for multiple arson fires in downtown Los Angeles, causing significant damage and injuries. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
Los Angeles

Police search for arson suspect in blaze that burned an abandoned construction site in Chinatown

The arson incident in Chinatown injured six and prompted a police investigation for public assistance in identifying the suspect. [ more ]
morefire-department
#fire-investigation
www.sbsun.com
2 weeks ago
Miscellaneous

DNA on ignition device links man to Line fire, California authorities say

Justin Wayne Halstenberg was linked to the Line fire through DNA evidence, leading to 14 felony counts including aggravated arson. [ more ]
mlive
3 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Fire that destroyed Scotti's Coney Island in Burton deemed arson

The fire at Scotti's Coney Island in Burton was confirmed as arson, resulting in the building's total loss. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
Los Angeles

Torch-wielding man arrested on suspicion of setting fires in Beverly Hills

A man was arrested for allegedly using a torch to set fires on Wilshire Boulevard. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
California

Oroville man allegedly threw firework out of car window, starting destructive Thompson fire

Spencer Grant Anderson faces serious charges for arson following the destructive Thompson fire, which resulted in extensive damage in Oroville. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
2 months ago
California

Flora fire started by man who drove truck without a front tire for miles, Cal Fire says

A man driving a truck without a front tire sparked a fire in Sonoma County, burning 36 acres, leading to his arrest. [ more ]
www.sbsun.com
2 weeks ago
Miscellaneous

DNA on ignition device links man to Line fire, California authorities say

Justin Wayne Halstenberg was linked to the Line fire through DNA evidence, leading to 14 felony counts including aggravated arson. [ more ]
mlive
3 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Fire that destroyed Scotti's Coney Island in Burton deemed arson

The fire at Scotti's Coney Island in Burton was confirmed as arson, resulting in the building's total loss. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
Los Angeles

Torch-wielding man arrested on suspicion of setting fires in Beverly Hills

A man was arrested for allegedly using a torch to set fires on Wilshire Boulevard. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
California

Oroville man allegedly threw firework out of car window, starting destructive Thompson fire

Spencer Grant Anderson faces serious charges for arson following the destructive Thompson fire, which resulted in extensive damage in Oroville. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
2 months ago
California

Flora fire started by man who drove truck without a front tire for miles, Cal Fire says

A man driving a truck without a front tire sparked a fire in Sonoma County, burning 36 acres, leading to his arrest. [ more ]
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www.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago
US news

Man Who Set Fire to Cabin in the Grand Canyon Gets 20 Months in Prison

Dahntay Dunbar was sentenced to 20 months in prison for arson involving his ex-girlfriend's cabin, emphasizing the serious implications of such acts. [ more ]
#california
www.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago
US news

Monthlong Fire Flares Up Again in Southern California

The Line fire in Southern California has forced evacuations and poses ongoing threats despite being mostly contained. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
4 weeks ago
Los Angeles

Firefighter accused of setting blazes in Northern California was a former inmate firefighter

A Cal Fire engineer, previously incarcerated for manslaughter, has been charged with setting multiple fires in California after completing a firefighting program. [ more ]
Kqed
1 month ago
Medicine

Nonprofit Fails To Provide Housing As Part of State's Project Homekey | KQED

Halstenberg faces felony charges for setting fires, impacting emergency response and public safety in California.
California launches initiative to tackle high maternal mortality rates, aiming for significant reductions by 2026. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
1 month ago
California

Placerville man accused of arson, arrested after nearly 2,000-acre El Dorado County wildfire

A Placerville man was arrested for allegedly starting the Crozier Fire, which burned nearly 2,000 acres and caused numerous evacuations. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
California

Man pleads not guilty to setting a fire that exploded into a massive Line Fire

A man has pleaded not guilty to starting a massive wildfire in Southern California that threatened thousands of homes. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
US news

Scenes From Southern California as Wildfires Persist

Southern California is experiencing severe wildfires that have displaced thousands and burned over 100,000 acres, challenging residents and fire officials. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago
US news

Monthlong Fire Flares Up Again in Southern California

The Line fire in Southern California has forced evacuations and poses ongoing threats despite being mostly contained. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
4 weeks ago
Los Angeles

Firefighter accused of setting blazes in Northern California was a former inmate firefighter

A Cal Fire engineer, previously incarcerated for manslaughter, has been charged with setting multiple fires in California after completing a firefighting program. [ more ]
Kqed
1 month ago
Medicine

Nonprofit Fails To Provide Housing As Part of State's Project Homekey | KQED

Halstenberg faces felony charges for setting fires, impacting emergency response and public safety in California.
California launches initiative to tackle high maternal mortality rates, aiming for significant reductions by 2026. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
1 month ago
California

Placerville man accused of arson, arrested after nearly 2,000-acre El Dorado County wildfire

A Placerville man was arrested for allegedly starting the Crozier Fire, which burned nearly 2,000 acres and caused numerous evacuations. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
California

Man pleads not guilty to setting a fire that exploded into a massive Line Fire

A man has pleaded not guilty to starting a massive wildfire in Southern California that threatened thousands of homes. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
US news

Scenes From Southern California as Wildfires Persist

Southern California is experiencing severe wildfires that have displaced thousands and burned over 100,000 acres, challenging residents and fire officials. [ more ]
morecalifornia
#cal-fire
www.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago
California

The Park Fire in Chico, the state's fourth-largest wildfire ever, is finally out

The Park Fire in California is fully contained after burning 429,603 acres, resulting in significant property damage but no injuries.
Ronnie Dean Stout has been charged with arson for starting the Park Fire and has pleaded not guilty. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago
California

Cal Fire employee accused of starting 5 North Bay fires spent months as inmate firefighter

A CAL FIRE employee, Robert Hernandez, has been arrested for arson after previously serving as an inmate firefighter post-conviction for manslaughter. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago
California

Bay Area Cal Fire employee charged with arson spent months as inmate firefighter

A CAL FIRE employee, Robert Hernandez, was arrested for arson while previously serving as an inmate firefighter after a vehicular manslaughter conviction. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
California

Cal Fire firefighter arrested for allegedly starting 5 North Bay fires while off duty

A Cal Fire firefighter was arrested for allegedly starting five fires in Sonoma County while off duty, shocking locals and causes concern within the firefighting community. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Los Angeles

California fire agency engineer arrested on suspicion of starting five wildfires

A Cal Fire employee was arrested for allegedly starting multiple brush fires in Northern California. [ more ]
SFGATE
1 month ago
California

Firefighter accused of starting 5 Bay Area blazes

A firefighter in Sonoma County was arrested for allegedly starting multiple fires he was responsible for combating. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago
California

The Park Fire in Chico, the state's fourth-largest wildfire ever, is finally out

The Park Fire in California is fully contained after burning 429,603 acres, resulting in significant property damage but no injuries.
Ronnie Dean Stout has been charged with arson for starting the Park Fire and has pleaded not guilty. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago
California

Cal Fire employee accused of starting 5 North Bay fires spent months as inmate firefighter

A CAL FIRE employee, Robert Hernandez, has been arrested for arson after previously serving as an inmate firefighter post-conviction for manslaughter. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago
California

Bay Area Cal Fire employee charged with arson spent months as inmate firefighter

A CAL FIRE employee, Robert Hernandez, was arrested for arson while previously serving as an inmate firefighter after a vehicular manslaughter conviction. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
California

Cal Fire firefighter arrested for allegedly starting 5 North Bay fires while off duty

A Cal Fire firefighter was arrested for allegedly starting five fires in Sonoma County while off duty, shocking locals and causes concern within the firefighting community. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Los Angeles

California fire agency engineer arrested on suspicion of starting five wildfires

A Cal Fire employee was arrested for allegedly starting multiple brush fires in Northern California. [ more ]
SFGATE
1 month ago
California

Firefighter accused of starting 5 Bay Area blazes

A firefighter in Sonoma County was arrested for allegedly starting multiple fires he was responsible for combating. [ more ]
morecal-fire
#crime
www.dw.com
3 weeks ago
New York City

Germany: Police arrest man over arson attacks, van crash DW 09/29/2024

A man has been arrested in Germany for arson, resulting in critical injuries to children, believed to be family-targeted. [ more ]
New York Post
1 month ago
Cars

Sean 'Diddy' Combs once bragged about torching victim's convertible with Molotov cocktail, kidnapped individual at gunpoint: feds

Sean 'Diddy' Combs is accused of kidnapping and later destroying the victim's car with a Molotov cocktail while boasting about his actions. [ more ]
www.sbsun.com
1 month ago
Los Angeles

Man charged in Line fire tried 3 times to set San Bernardino Mountains blaze, DA says

Justin Wayne Halstenberg faces serious charges related to the Line fire, highlighting the dangers of arson and the legal consequences involved. [ more ]
New York Post
1 month ago
Brooklyn

Bitter boyfriend allegedly set NJ home of girlfriend's parents on fire - with her inside - after argument

A boyfriend set his girlfriend's parents' house on fire after a domestic dispute. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Murder investigation after three children and woman killed in house fire

A tragic arson attack in Bradford killed three children and a woman, with a suspect arrested.
The incident has been described as devastating and is believed to be domestic-related. [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 weeks ago
New York City

Germany: Police arrest man over arson attacks, van crash DW 09/29/2024

A man has been arrested in Germany for arson, resulting in critical injuries to children, believed to be family-targeted. [ more ]
New York Post
1 month ago
Cars

Sean 'Diddy' Combs once bragged about torching victim's convertible with Molotov cocktail, kidnapped individual at gunpoint: feds

Sean 'Diddy' Combs is accused of kidnapping and later destroying the victim's car with a Molotov cocktail while boasting about his actions. [ more ]
www.sbsun.com
1 month ago
Los Angeles

Man charged in Line fire tried 3 times to set San Bernardino Mountains blaze, DA says

Justin Wayne Halstenberg faces serious charges related to the Line fire, highlighting the dangers of arson and the legal consequences involved. [ more ]
New York Post
1 month ago
Brooklyn

Bitter boyfriend allegedly set NJ home of girlfriend's parents on fire - with her inside - after argument

A boyfriend set his girlfriend's parents' house on fire after a domestic dispute. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Murder investigation after three children and woman killed in house fire

A tragic arson attack in Bradford killed three children and a woman, with a suspect arrested.
The incident has been described as devastating and is believed to be domestic-related. [ more ]
morecrime
Vulture
4 weeks ago
Writing

Bad Monkey Recap: Burning Down the House

Bonnie's chaotic journey culminates in a dramatic transformation into an arsonist, showcasing her explosive energy and refusing to be sidelined. [ more ]
#line-fire
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Los Angeles

Man accused of arson in devastating California wildfire pleads not guilty

Justin Wayne Halstenberg has pleaded not guilty to arson charges linked to the devastating Line fire in California. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
Los Angeles

Man pleads not guilty to starting the Line fire that has burned nearly 40,000 acres

A Norco man, Justin Halstenberg, pleaded not guilty to multiple arson charges, including starting the damaging Line fire in San Bernardino County. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
1 month ago
Los Angeles

Skeletal remains found in mountains during wildfire evacuations, California cops say

Human skeletal remains found in an area affected by wildfire; identity and cause of death are currently under investigation. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Los Angeles

Man accused of arson in devastating California wildfire pleads not guilty

Justin Wayne Halstenberg has pleaded not guilty to arson charges linked to the devastating Line fire in California. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
Los Angeles

Man pleads not guilty to starting the Line fire that has burned nearly 40,000 acres

A Norco man, Justin Halstenberg, pleaded not guilty to multiple arson charges, including starting the damaging Line fire in San Bernardino County. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
1 month ago
Los Angeles

Skeletal remains found in mountains during wildfire evacuations, California cops say

Human skeletal remains found in an area affected by wildfire; identity and cause of death are currently under investigation. [ more ]
moreline-fire
#vandalism
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
San Francisco

Man accused of vandalizing Bay Area college classroom, setting fire

Suspect arrested for igniting a fire and vandalizing a classroom at College of Marin. [ more ]
www.dw.com
2 months ago
Berlin

Berlin train services disrupted, vandalism suspected DW 08/02/2024

Rail service in Berlin disrupted due to deliberately set fire, impacting various train services and causing widespread delays. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
San Francisco

Man accused of vandalizing Bay Area college classroom, setting fire

Suspect arrested for igniting a fire and vandalizing a classroom at College of Marin. [ more ]
www.dw.com
2 months ago
Berlin

Berlin train services disrupted, vandalism suspected DW 08/02/2024

Rail service in Berlin disrupted due to deliberately set fire, impacting various train services and causing widespread delays. [ more ]
morevandalism
Irish Independent
1 month ago
London

Man accused of destroying 'priceless' mummies in Dublin church charged with arson

A man is accused of arson for allegedly destroying 'priceless' ancient mummies in a Dublin church fire. [ more ]
#community-impact
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
Los Angeles

A beloved Whittier pizza joint burns down. The owner suspects arson

Pizzamania, a vital community restaurant in Whittier for 50 years, tragically burned down, possibly due to arson. [ more ]
Irish Independent
2 months ago
San Francisco

Arson attack on Co Antrim Indian and Nepalese restaurant being treated as racist hate crime

The Railway Bar and Steam Dining restaurant suffered a racially-motivated arson attack, drawing community condemnation and police investigation. [ more ]
Cbsnews
2 months ago
New York City

6 cars and front door set on fire by suspected Bronx arsonist

An arsonist in the Bronx set six cars and a building door on fire, prompting an investigation by police and fire officials. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
Los Angeles

A beloved Whittier pizza joint burns down. The owner suspects arson

Pizzamania, a vital community restaurant in Whittier for 50 years, tragically burned down, possibly due to arson. [ more ]
Irish Independent
2 months ago
San Francisco

Arson attack on Co Antrim Indian and Nepalese restaurant being treated as racist hate crime

The Railway Bar and Steam Dining restaurant suffered a racially-motivated arson attack, drawing community condemnation and police investigation. [ more ]
Cbsnews
2 months ago
New York City

6 cars and front door set on fire by suspected Bronx arsonist

An arsonist in the Bronx set six cars and a building door on fire, prompting an investigation by police and fire officials. [ more ]
morecommunity-impact
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
London

Sickening moment thug tried to block asylum seekers in burning Rotherham hotel

Thomas Birley was sentenced for violent disorder, arson, and weapons possession after disturbing protests in Rotherham. [ more ]
#kenya
www.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
Education

Fire breaks out at Kenya girls' school days after inferno killed 21

Two major school fire incidents in Kenya have occurred within days, raising serious safety concerns about boarding schools. No injuries reported in the latest incident. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
Education

Why have so many school fires occurred in Kenya?

The recent fire tragedy highlights the ongoing issue of arson attacks on schools in Kenya, leading to significant loss of life. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Education

Kenya primary school fire kills at least 17 students

A tragic fire at a boarding school in Kenya killed 17 students, prompting calls for investigation and accountability. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
Education

Fire breaks out at Kenya girls' school days after inferno killed 21

Two major school fire incidents in Kenya have occurred within days, raising serious safety concerns about boarding schools. No injuries reported in the latest incident. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
Education

Why have so many school fires occurred in Kenya?

The recent fire tragedy highlights the ongoing issue of arson attacks on schools in Kenya, leading to significant loss of life. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Education

Kenya primary school fire kills at least 17 students

A tragic fire at a boarding school in Kenya killed 17 students, prompting calls for investigation and accountability. [ more ]
morekenya
www.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
London

UK man sentenced to nine years for arson after far-right riots

Racism was a central theme in the August riots, with Thomas Birley receiving a nine-year prison sentence for arson. His actions endangered life. [ more ]
#safety-concerns
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Arsonists set themselves on fire as they try to burn down corner shop

A failed arson attempt in Manchester resulted in the arsonists setting themselves on fire. [ more ]
New York Post
2 months ago
New York City

NYC man torched Verizon van during wild road rage outburst - in front of his young child: feds

A man in Brooklyn faces federal arson charges for throwing an explosive device in a road rage incident, endangering Verizon workers and his own child. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Arsonists set themselves on fire as they try to burn down corner shop

A failed arson attempt in Manchester resulted in the arsonists setting themselves on fire. [ more ]
New York Post
2 months ago
New York City

NYC man torched Verizon van during wild road rage outburst - in front of his young child: feds

A man in Brooklyn faces federal arson charges for throwing an explosive device in a road rage incident, endangering Verizon workers and his own child. [ more ]
moresafety-concerns
www.dw.com
1 month ago
OMG science

Brazil wildfires worsened by 'mega drought,' extreme heat DW 08/30/2024

Severe fires in Sao Paulo state are fueled by extreme heat, drought, and arson, impacting communities and vast agricultural areas. [ more ]
#homicide
sfist.com
1 month ago
San Francisco 49ers

Day Around the Bay: Elton John Pulls Out of Dreamforce Concert

A 26-year-old has been charged with arson for starting the Thompson Fire, destroying 13 homes. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Writing

Fatal Bradford fire may be result of dispute involving family member, police believe

A suspected arson attack killed Bryonie Gawith and her three children, possibly linked to a dispute involving a family member. [ more ]
sfist.com
1 month ago
San Francisco 49ers

Day Around the Bay: Elton John Pulls Out of Dreamforce Concert

A 26-year-old has been charged with arson for starting the Thompson Fire, destroying 13 homes. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Writing

Fatal Bradford fire may be result of dispute involving family member, police believe

A suspected arson attack killed Bryonie Gawith and her three children, possibly linked to a dispute involving a family member. [ more ]
morehomicide
24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago
Business

"Charbucks" Is New Nickname For Starbucks Location

Arson attacks against new Starbucks locations signal community opposition to the chain's expansion in Taos, New Mexico. [ more ]
www.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Privacy professionals

Alleged arson using Molotov cocktails caught on video in Liberty Village | CBC News

Toronto police are seeking public help to identify four suspects involved in a Molotov cocktail arson in Liberty Village. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Quadruple tragedy as mother and three young children killed in suspected arson attack

A mother and her three young children died in a suspected arson attack in Bradford, prompting community grief and police investigation. [ more ]
New York Post
2 months ago
New York City

Firebug accused of torching NYC building that injured 9 freed without bail, back in neighborhood

Bail reform laws can lead to perceived leniency in dealing with serious crimes. [ more ]
Brooklyn Eagle
2 months ago
Brooklyn

Explosive device thrown into Verizon Van leads to arson charges for Brooklyn driver

A Brooklyn man was charged with arson for throwing a bomb into a Verizon van during a road rage incident, injuring repairmen and damaging the vehicle severely. [ more ]
#murder
www.barkinganddagenhampost.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Second boy charged with murder after pensioner dies in house fire

Robert Price died in Dagenham house fire, prompting murder and arson charges against two teenage boys. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Boy, 16, charged with murder after vulnerable' pensioner killed in Dagenham firework attack

Two youths accused of murder in firework attack on elderly man in London. [ more ]
www.bbc.com
2 months ago
London

Man, 76, who died in Dagenham house fire named

The 76-year-old man named Robert Price died in a suspicious house fire in east London. A 17-year-old boy has been charged with murder and arson in connection with the incident. [ more ]
www.bbc.com
2 months ago
London

Boy, 17, charged with murder after fatal house fire

A 17-year-old boy has been charged with murder and arson after a man died in a house fire in east London. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Teenager charged with murder after pensioner dies in suspected arson attack in Dagenham

A 17-year-old charged with murder and arson in Dagenham arson attack. [ more ]
www.barkinganddagenhampost.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Second boy charged with murder after pensioner dies in house fire

Robert Price died in Dagenham house fire, prompting murder and arson charges against two teenage boys. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Boy, 16, charged with murder after vulnerable' pensioner killed in Dagenham firework attack

Two youths accused of murder in firework attack on elderly man in London. [ more ]
www.bbc.com
2 months ago
London

Man, 76, who died in Dagenham house fire named

The 76-year-old man named Robert Price died in a suspicious house fire in east London. A 17-year-old boy has been charged with murder and arson in connection with the incident. [ more ]
www.bbc.com
2 months ago
London

Boy, 17, charged with murder after fatal house fire

A 17-year-old boy has been charged with murder and arson after a man died in a house fire in east London. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Teenager charged with murder after pensioner dies in suspected arson attack in Dagenham

A 17-year-old charged with murder and arson in Dagenham arson attack. [ more ]
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www.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
California

Containment of vast Park Fire in Northern California heads higher

Fire crews widen containment of a massive arson-triggered fire in Northern California, with an arrested suspect identified. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
California

Park Fire map: Day 7 evacuations, with new zones added at north end

Continued growth of Park Fire prompts addition of evacuation zones [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
California

Containment of vast Park Fire in Northern California heads higher

Fire crews widen containment of a massive arson-triggered fire in Northern California, with an arrested suspect identified. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
California

Park Fire map: Day 7 evacuations, with new zones added at north end

Continued growth of Park Fire prompts addition of evacuation zones [ more ]
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Sacramento Bee
2 months ago
California

Man arrested on suspicion of arson in series of Nevada County roadside fires, Cal Fire says

Authorities arrested a man on suspicion of arson after a series of roadside fires.
Multiple roadside fires were intentionally ignited along a stretch of road, leading to the suspect's arrest.
Investigation into the fires was ongoing and authorities were seeking witnesses for further information. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago
California

Park Fire: CA man charged with arson for allegedly igniting largest active wildfire in US

Man charged with arson for starting California wildfire [ more ]
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