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Cal Fire Arson Numbers

Friday, April 4

Cal Fire released the Arson numbers for March. Through March 2025, CAL FIRE law enforcement personnel have made 27 arson arrests. Help bring those who set intentional fires to justice by reporting them anonymously through our arson hotline at 1-800-468-4408.

CAL FIRE Urges Public to Report Suspicious Fire Activity After 10 Arson Arrests

Thursday, February 6

CAL FIRE Law Enforcement Officers made 10 arson-related arrests in January 2025. We’re committed to bringing arsonists to justice - but we need your help.If you see suspicious fire activity, report it anonymously to the CAL FIRE Arson Hotline: 800-468-4408.

Chico Man Pleads No Contest to Arson Charge in Bidwell Mansion Fire

Wednesday, February 5

Kevin Alexander Carlson, 30, of Chico, is set to enter a no contest plea in Butte County Superior Court to a felony charge of arson of a structure with the use of an accelerant, as announced by Butte County District Attorney Mike Ramsey. Carlson... Read More.

California Man Sentenced to Prison for Paradise Church Arson and Burglary

Thursday, January 30

Anthony Alan Chance, 58, from Citrus Heights, California, has been sentenced to 4 years and 8 months in state prison for arson and burglary related to the Ridge Lifeline Church in Paradise. This follows his arrest on December 28, 2023, and subsequent court proceedings,... Read More.

Arrest Made in Bidwell Mansion Arson Case

Friday, January 3

BIDWELL MANSION ARSON ARREST: Kevin Alexander Carlson (30) in custody at Butte County Jail BCFAC News 1/3/2025 Chico, CA - A 30-year-old Chico man, Kevin Alexander Carlson, has been arrested in connection with the Bidwell Mansion fire that occurred on December 11.Carlson was taken into... Read More.

Arson Suspect Arrested After Early Morning Fire Near Stampede Reservoir

Monday, October 7

In the early hours of October 6, a fire broke out near Stampede Reservoir, prompting a swift response from multiple agencies. At around 3:25 AM, Cal-Fire alerted the Sierra County Sheriff's Office about the blaze, which was burning through thick brush and timber in... Read More.

Chico Man Arrested for Park Fire Arson

Thursday, July 25

A 42-year-old Chico man was arrested July 25th, by Cal Fire arson investigators, assisted by District Attorney investigators on suspicion of starting the Park Fire. Butte County District Attorney Mike Ramsey said the man was arrested after an unknown male was seen pushing a... Read More.

Man Arrested for Arson in Susanville Parkview Garden Apartment Fire

Friday, June 21

Arson to blame for June 13th fire at Susanville Parkview Garden Apartments.Susanville Fire Department (SFD) says it responded to a multi-family structure fire at the Parkview Garden Apartments around 5:30 that evening. At the time, it was unknown if everyone was out of the... Read More.

Former College Professor Pleads Guilty to Arson Charges in Connection with Dixie Fire

Wednesday, February 7

Nearly three years later, the former college professor arrested for starting fires behind firefighters battling the Dixie fire pleads guilty. The ex-professor Gary Stephan Maynard once taught at a number of California schools, including Sonoma State University, where he lectured on criminal justice, cults, and... Read More.

Arson Suspect in Custody in Alturas Casino Fire

Monday, December 18

A suspect is in custody in connection to the Alturas Desert Rose Casino fire.The Modoc County Sheriff’s Office released Video footage revealing a person walking towards the establishment wearing a dark hooded sweatshirt, jeans, and a backpack.The fire broke out early Thursday morning, just... Read More.