As brush fires rage in Mass., Boston man faces charges linked to one in Milford
MILFORD — At a time when several large brush fires have been reported throughout the state, a Boston man is facing charges of setting a fire Saturday morning in a wooded area off West Street (Route 140). Police arrested Devonte Johnson, 28, of Dorchester, after the 8:49 a.m. fire near 296 West St.
As Massachusetts brush fires rage, suspect arrested for allegedly setting outdoor fire
The arrest came after officials placed fire bans across the state after it saw more than 100 brush fires over a week span that began in late October.
Dorchester Man Arrested, Suspected of Setting Brush Fire in Milford, Awaits Arraignment
Devonte Johnson was arrested for allegedly setting a brush fire in Milford, Massachusetts, and held on $1,500 bail.
Where brush fires are burning in Massachusetts
Dry conditions have persisted and with no rain in the immediate forecast, several Massachusetts communities are dealing with significant brush fires.According to the Department of Fire Services, as of Monday there have been 106 brush and wildland fires reported over the last week.
Massachusetts firefighters continue to battle stubborn brush fires across state
Firefighters in Massachusetts are continuing to battle stubborn brush fires across the state with officials urging residents to take precautions to help avoid sparking new blazes.
'Cooking accident' to blame for Mass. brush fire, alleged arsonist's attorney says
A man accused of setting a brush fire in Milford, Massachusetts, appeared in court Monday. Devonte Johnson, 28, was arrested ...
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Dorchester man pleads not guilty to setting Milford brush fire
(WHDH) - A Dorchester man was in court Monday on charges in connection with setting a brush fire in Milford. Devonte ...
Dorchester man charged with setting brush fire in Milford, police say
Devonte Johnson, 28, faces charges including burning land, trees, lumber, or produce; setting a fire on another person’s land; and setting a fire in the open, officials said.