Arson Suspect's Troubling Track Record Sparks Questions on Wildfire Prevention The arrest of Aaron Farinacci, a 37 year old Spokane resident with a history of violent crime, has raised questions not only about his guilt but also about the broader need for wildfire prevention and response.
Farinacci's past is marked by a manslaughter conviction, which raises concerns that he may have been looking to set fires in areas where he was known.
The fact that he had waterproof matches and a butane lighter on him when detained suggests preparation beyond mere accidental ignition.