A wind-whipped fire that destroyed several homes and killed a number of animals in Suisun City on Wednesday afternoon has now been determined to be arson. Fire investigators said they have identified the suspects and police are now searching for them.
Suisun City Fire Chief Justin Vincent said the fire started around 3:30 p.m. about 100 feet behind the Suisun Wildlife Center, in an area where people were using a makeshift grill to cook. He said that fire got out control and spread quickly when the winds started blowing 20 plus miles per hour in the triple-digit heat.
“I’m angry, this is not acceptable. Reckless burning is not acceptable. We need to be better than this,” said Vincent.
He said it’s considered arson even if they didn’t intend to burn down nearby buildings and homes. Once those suspects are arrested, the chief said they would face “reckless arson” charges.