Man Indicted on Arson Charges in Connection With Old Trails Fire
A federal grand jury has formally indicted Aaron Farinacci, 37, on charges of arson, accusing him of starting the Old Trails Fire in early August. The fire burned over 3,000 acres and caused significant damage to homes in the affected…
Seattle Tacoma, WA, September 11, 2026 — A federal grand jury has returned an indictment against Aaron Farinacci, 37, formally charging him with arson in connection with the Old Trails Fire. The fire, which occurred in early August, burned more than 3,000 acres and resulted in significant damage to homes within the impacted region.
The indictment details accusations that Farinacci was responsible for starting the wildfire. The Old Trails Fire led to extensive damage, affecting numerous properties in its path. The exact number of homes damaged and the specific locations affected have not been detailed in the provided summary.
Further details regarding the timeline of the indictment, the specific date the fire began, the exact acreage burned beyond the reported figure of over 3,000 acres, or the total extent of property damage are not available in the current information. Information concerning subsequent legal proceedings or investigative outcomes beyond the indictment has also not been provided.
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