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 …

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Child Neglect leads to Tragic Murders in Red Lake: Woman Charged with Arson and Murder

RED LAKE, Minnesota – A tragic incident unfolded in Red Lake Nation back in March, resulting in the death of two children and subsequent charges of murder, arson, and child neglect against a Red Lake woman. Jennifer Marie Stately, 35, allegedly attacked and killed the children by slashing them with a sharp object before setting fire to the house they were in. One child was fatally stabbed in the chest, while the other succumbed to …

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Arrest Made in Connection to Fort Worth House Explosion: Man Charged with Arson

FORT WORTH, Texas – A man has been arrested in connection to a house explosion that occurred in Fort Worth in 2022, causing damage to surrounding homes. Mitchell Glenn Evans, 33, was apprehended in Brown County by Brownwood police on Saturday on charges of arson, a first-degree felony. Evans was the sole occupant of the residence on Watters Place when the explosion took place at 7:30 a.m. on December 1, 2022, leading to critical injuries …

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Explosives Thrown at Occupied Homes in Gloversville: Suspects Charged for Arson

GLOVERSVILLE, N.Y. – Recent events in Gloversville, New York, have left the community in shock after two explosions occurred at occupied homes in the area. According to court records, the explosions, caused by explosive devices thrown by two suspects, resulted in significant damage to the properties. The incidents, which targeted two separate homes, caused damage to a porch, vehicle, and siding in the area. Three individuals, Emory Ostrander, Austin Kellogg, and Stephen Politsch, have been …

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Survivor of Brutal Attack Speaks Out: Baltimore Man Charged with Rape, Attempted Murder, and Arson

Baltimore, Maryland – A survivor of a harrowing ordeal is bravely sharing her story with the public. April Hurley has emerged from a traumatic experience involving an alleged sexual assault, throat slashing, and being set on fire. The Baltimore police have identified the suspect as Jason Billingsley, a 32-year-old maintenance worker at Hurley’s residence who was acquainted with her. Billingsley stands accused of committing the heinous acts of rape, attempted murder, and arson on Edmondson …

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Murder and Arson Convictions for 3 Men in Kitsap County Quadruple Killing

KITSAP COUNTY, Wash. – In a case that has spanned nearly seven years, three men have been convicted of murder and arson following the tragic deaths of a family of four. The verdict, announced at the Kitsap County Courthouse, declared Daniel Kelly Jr., Johnny Watson, and Robert Watson guilty of first-degree premeditated murder, first-degree murder, first-degree attempted murder, and first-degree arson. The victims, John Careaga, his wife, and two teenage stepsons, were believed to have …

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Explosion Suspect in Colorado Springs to Face Trial on First Degree Arson Charge

Colorado Springs, Colorado – A man accused of setting off a homemade explosive device near downtown Colorado Springs in January is set to face all charges against him in an upcoming trial. On Monday, suspect Edward Kiley faced a judge for a preliminary hearing, with first-degree arson being among the charges he was arrested on. The arrest of Kiley followed an explosion heard throughout downtown Colorado Springs, including at the 11 News studio. Colorado Springs …

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Arson, Shooting, and Tragedy Unfold in Fayetteville: Neighbors at War

Fayetteville, North Carolina – A devastating incident unfolded on Evans Dairy Road as Mattias “DJ” Bagby allegedly set his rental home ablaze and shot two neighbors in a violent outburst. Prior to the chaos that ensued, court records indicate that Bagby sent a hostile text to his mother regarding her missing iPad, foreshadowing the tragic events that would follow. In a series of alarming messages, Bagby declared, “I’m lighting everything on fire now,” followed by …

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Arson Suspected in Wood River House Explosion Tragedy

Wood River, Nebraska – An explosion at a residential house in Wood River on Saturday morning has led to an investigation by the Wood River Fire Department and Nebraska State Fire Marshal Investigators. The incident, which took place at 107 E. Eleventh Street, resulted in one occupant being unaccounted for and caused significant damage to nearby structures. Upon reaching the scene, firefighters not only found evidence of tampering with the natural gas system but also …

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Monster Sentenced to Life for Brutal Troy Murder and Arson

Troy, Illinois – A man described as an “absolute monster” by the prosecutors was sentenced to life in prison for a brutal murder and arson in Troy. The convict was found guilty of setting fire to a residence and killing the victim in an appalling act of violence. The sentencing marked the end of a long legal battle that began with the heinous crime committed in 2018. During the trial, the prosecution presented evidence proving …

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