What we know about the Spokane arson suspect

(NewsNation) — The man accused of starting the Old Trails Fire near Spokane, Wash., was due in court Tuesday as wildfires across the state force tens of thousands from their homes.

Aaron Farinacci, 37, is charged with first-degree arson for allegedly starting the Old Trails Fire, one of several fires burning in the Spokane area, NewsNation affiliate KREM2 reported. He’s being held on a $1 million bond.

The fires in eastern Washington have caused roughly 60,000 people to evacuate. It’s burned more than 250,000 acres and destroyed at least 600 structures.

How was the suspect caught?

According to officials, the investigation started Aug. 1 after a witness told police they saw a man crouched down in the grass around noon,........

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