Suspected arsonist arrested following fire at Stockton area homeless encampment

STOCKTON, Calif. — A suspect faces arson charges after allegedly starting a fire at a homeless encampment.

On Wednesday, the suspect became agitated when officials were clearing an encampment in the Stockton area and intentionally started a fire, according to the California Highway Patrol.

CHP officers intervened and apprehended the suspect. Officials said the fire was extinguished without injury…

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