Teen accused of setting several forest, property fires in Jasper County

JASPER COUNTY, S.C. (WSAV) — A 17-year-old was arrested Saturday after a string of property and forest fires were set in Jasper County, officials announced Monday.

The teen is believed to be responsible for at least three forest fires and four separate property fires throughout the Purrysburg community and surrounding areas, a Jasper County Sheriff’s Office spokesperson reported.

They are charged with arson and burglary, both in the second degree. Officials said additional charges are pending…

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