Arson Suspect Arrested in Connection to Essex Home Explosion
ESSEX, MD—An intentional incident of arson led to a devastating two-alarm home explosion in Essex last month. Baltimore County fire investigators determined that the explosion, which occurred in the unit block of Crafton Road (21221) on April 20, 2024, was caused by 52-year-old Michael Greensfelder. Greensfelder allegedly created a fuel/gas explosion that resulted in a fire, destroying the home he shared with his estranged wife and children. Tragically, the family dog lost its life during …