California Firefighter Charged with Arson After Serving as Inmate Firefighter

Robert Hernandez, previously convicted of vehicular manslaughter, allegedly started five fires while off duty.

Robert Hernandez, 38, was arrested on suspicion of starting five brush fires in Northern California.
Hernandez was previously convicted of gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated in 2016 and served a six-year prison sentence.
During his incarceration, Hernandez participated in California's Conservation Camp Program, which trains inmates as firefighters.
The fires Hernandez is accused of setting burned less than an acre due to quick responses from residents and firefighters.
Cal Fire officials expressed shock and condemnation over Hernandez's actions, stating it undermines the trust and efforts of the firefighting community.