Second suspect arrested in string of Gilroy arsons, police say

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Gilroy police believe string of fires were intentionally set

Authorities suspect two arsonists are responsible for setting a string of fires in Gilroy.


A second suspected arsonist linked to a series of fires in Gilroy is now in custody, according to Gilroy Police Department.

Authorities were investigating a series of blazes that occurred over the span of a week, believing they were intentionally set. 

A total of 10 fires began during the week of July 4 and continued throughout the week, raising suspicions that they were actually arsons, according to police.

Authorities arrested 26-year-old Chase Harlow in connection with a fire at a CVS pharmacy. However, surveillance video showed a different suspect at some of the other fire scenes. 

Fire locations included a burned trailer behind a Cardenas Market, several dumpsters, and several fences.

No further details were available about Tuesday's arrest at the time of publication.  

This is a developing news story.

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