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Arson suspect arrested as Spokane battles devastating wildfires
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk Joseph Swanson , as published by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· August 4, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The suspect, a 37-year-old from Spokane, was booked on suspicion of first-degree arson.
A man has been arrested in connection with one of the wildfires burning in the Spokane, Washington area. The suspect, a 37-year-old from Spokane, was booked on suspicion of first-degree arson. His bond has been set at $1 million.
The wildfires have had a significant impact on the region, with at least 700 buildings destroyed and 67,000 people forced to evacuate. The fires remain uncontained, according to fire officials. Further details on the arrest and the wildfires are available from the Spokane County Sheriff’s Office and other sources.
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Category: safety Published: August 4, 2026 Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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