KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) –
The Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety has identified 32-year-old George Horace Stanard as the suspect arrested in connection with several recent structure fires across the city.
Stanard has been arraigned, and the judge issued a $1,000,000 cash/surety bond. He now faces formal charges, including three counts of first-degree arson and five counts of
third-degree arson.
According to KDPS, the fires linked to Stanard occurred at 121 Allen Boulevard, 515 West Walnut Street, 117 Gladys Court, 432 South Westnedge Avenue, 716 Riverview Drive, 3111 East Kilgore Road, 316 East
Water Street, and 563 Portage Street between June and September 2024.
“We are extremely grateful to the Kalamazoo County Prosecutor’s Office for their dedication and partnership in bringing these charges,” said Fire Marshal Scott Brooks.
“This was truly a team effort between our Criminal Investigation Division, the Fire Marshal’s Division, and the community. We know how much these fires have impacted our residents, and we are thankful for everyone’s support and assistance, which played
a vital role in ensuring Mr. Stanard is held accountable.”
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