Man charged in starting fire that killed Chicago firefighter to remain in jail: officials

The Brief

  • Charles Green, the man charged with setting the fire that killed Chicago Fire Capt. David Meyer, will remain behind bars.
  • A judge ruled Green would remain in jail at a hearing on Saturday.
  • Green has been charged with murder, officials said.

CHICAGO The man accused of setting the fire that killed veteran Chicago Fire Capt. David Meyer earlier this week will remain in jail after a detention hearing on Saturday, officials said.

What we know:

Charles Green, 44, was charged with murder in connection with the setting of the fire on Chicago’s West Side last Wednesday.

Prosecutors presented evidence to keep Green detained as he awaits trial.

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