In Colorado, a person can use deadly force to defend themselves or another person from first-degree arson. This is outlined in Colorado Revised Statutes (CRS) 18-1-704 through 18-1-706.
Attachment 97349
Printable View
In Colorado, a person can use deadly force to defend themselves or another person from first-degree arson. This is outlined in Colorado Revised Statutes (CRS) 18-1-704 through 18-1-706.
Attachment 97349
I too made the assumption that this was a natural fire, probably from a smoldering lighting strike on a tree. From the maps, the initiation location appeared to be a remote and inaccessible area. Now we know differently. The guy seems to be a true schmuck and worthy of full legal and civil prosecution. However, I will give him credit for "Twin Buttes Fire Protection"- the perfect name for a fake rural fire department.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Leonard_Orr
that is the link for a serial arsonist in California.
I thought I remember the Coal Creek Canyon or close firefighter/chief starting fires in the 1980s. Was always johnny on the spot to put them out. Except one finally got away from him and he got caught. Anyone remember details?
Don't forget how the Hayman fire started, grrrr.