Latest / Portland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Man Accused of Planned Arson in Spokane Fires | Portland News
A 37-year-old man, Aaron Farinacci, is now facing first-degree arson charges after authorities link him to the devastating Old Trails Fire—one of several that tore through Spokane, destroying over 850 homes and displacing tens of thousands. Investigators say he meticulously planned the blaze for weeks, studying weather patterns and even mimicking a notorious arsonist’s tactics, including building a homemade time-delay device. He allegedly chose August 1st for its extreme winds—up to 50 mph—and admitted he knew the fire would grow out of control, though he claims he didn’t intend such…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.