Chico Man Arrested for Park Fire Arson
Chico Man Arrested for Park Fire Arson
Chico Man Arrested for Park Fire Arson
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A wildfire known as the Park Fire has erupted in California, consuming over 120,000 acres and becoming the state's largest fire of the year. Authorities have arrested 42-year-old Ronnie Dean Stout II, a registered sex offender, who is suspected of igniting the fire by pushing a burning car into a gully in Bidwell Park. The car rolled 60 feet down an embankment, igniting surrounding areas and leading to mass evacuations in Butte and Tehama counties. Stout, who has a criminal history including previous felony convictions, faces arson charges and could receive a life sentence under California's 'Three Strikes' law if convicted. As of Thursday, the fire was only 3% contained and continued to threaten nearby communities. This incident underscores the growing concern over wildfires in California, exacerbated by extreme heat and dry conditions.

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Man pushing burning car into ravine started Park Fire, burning over 45,000 acres in California
Man Arrested After Allegedly Starting Wildfire By Pushing Burning Car Into Gully
California’s Park Fire that’s torched over 120K acres ignited by ex-con who pushed burning car into gully: DA
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Man pushing burning car into ravine started Park Fire, burning over 45,000 acres in California
Man Arrested After Allegedly Starting Wildfire By Pushing Burning Car Into Gully
California’s Park Fire that’s torched over 120K acres ignited by ex-con who pushed burning car into gully: DA

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