Massachusetts Man Arrested for Series of Intentional Brush Fires

The arrest comes as the Northeast faces increased wildfire risks due to unusually dry conditions.

Gerard Genest, a 72-year-old from Attleboro, Massachusetts, was arrested on suspicion of setting multiple brush fires.
Authorities conducted a detailed investigation using video surveillance, leading to Genest's arrest during a traffic stop.
The fires targeted several locations in Attleboro, including an Elks Lodge, a reservoir, a wastewater facility, and an animal shelter.
Genest faces multiple charges related to burning land and is scheduled for arraignment in Attleboro District Court.
The Northeast, including Massachusetts, has experienced a rise in brush fires, prompting Red Flag Warnings due to dry and windy conditions.