Arson suspect in devastating Spokane, Wash. wildfire arrested

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Man charged with setting Spokane's largest wildfire went to prison for shooting and killing his father CTV NewsWashington state fires force 67K to evacuate, destroy 700 buildings globalnews.caThe 2026 Spokane wildfires in maps and photos NBC NewsArson suspect arrested as Washington states battles devastating wildfires CBCVisualizing the wildfires in Washington and Oregon, in maps and satellite imagery

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wildfire arrested globalnews.caWashington state fires force 67K to evacuate, destroy 700 buildings globalnews.ca'Like a bomb' - Residents react after Spokane fires destroy hundreds of homes

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Man charged with setting largest Spokane wildfire went to prison for killing father PBSMan in custody for allegedly starting Old Trails Fire KREM'Like a bomb' - Residents react after Spokane fires destroy hundreds of homes

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Aaron Farinacci was allegedly seen kneeling near grass at the site of the fire and later found to have matches and a lighter, the Spokane County Sheriff said.

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Aaron Farinacci, charged with first-degree arson in Spokane's Old Trails Fire, previously pleaded guilty to manslaughter in a 2010 Arizona homicide.

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The Old Trails Fire is one of three major blazes burning around Spokane, forcing some 67,000 people to evacuate and destroying at least 700 structures.

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**Summary:** A man has been arrested after allegedly setting the largest wildfire in Spokane, Washington, which forced thousands of evacuations and destroyed hundreds of buildings. **Why It Matters:** This incident highlights the severe consequences of arson, emphasizing the importance of vigilance against such crimes that can lead to significant environmental damage and human displacement