Five Arrested in Connection with Chelan Hills Fire; Sixth Suspect Sought
Five people have been arrested in connection with the Chelan Hills Fire, with authorities actively seeking a sixth suspect.
Seattle Tacoma, WA, September 28, 2026 — Authorities have announced the arrest of five individuals in connection with the Chelan Hills Fire. The arrests were made as part of an ongoing investigation into the cause of the blaze.
Law enforcement officials confirmed that the individuals are currently in custody. The exact charges filed against them were not immediately available. In addition to the five arrests, investigators stated that they are actively searching for a sixth suspect believed to be connected to the incident.
Details regarding the specific cause of the Chelan Hills Fire have not been released by authorities. Information concerning the timeline of events leading to the fire, the discovery of its origin, or the circumstances surrounding the suspects’ alleged involvement also remains undisclosed. The names of the arrested individuals have not been provided, nor has information about the sixth suspect being sought.
The Chelan Hills Fire occurred in the Chelan Hills area, though specific details about the extent of the fire, the date it began, or any damage caused have not been specified in the available information. Investigations into the fire are continuing, and authorities have indicated they will provide further updates as the case progresses.
The contractor’s name and any other involved parties were not provided. The total number of individuals apprehended is five, with active efforts underway to locate and apprehend a sixth suspect. No information was provided regarding the permit status for activities in the area, inspection outcomes, code violations, or any fines issued in relation to the Chelan Hills Fire.
Story summarized from the original created by Alejandra.Guzman@fox.com (Alejandra Guzman) on www.fox13seattle.com, see more information here.
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