One person has been arrested as a suspect related to the fires that damaged two century-old churches in Douglas this week. Details
According to police, investigators identified Eric Ridenour as a person of interest, and the Douglas Police and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives determined probable cause to execute a search warrant in Ridenour's home outside Douglas.
During the search, Ridenour was detained and later arrested by ATF as a suspect. He was taken to Cochise County Jail and will be transferred into federal custody. Ridenour will be charged in federal court. A spokesperson from the U.S. Attorney's office has confirmed with KGUN 9 that they expect more information will be released to the public Thursday. Filings in court are not expected until Thursday.Police say they have yet to determine a motive behind the fires. The investigation remains ongoing.
St. Stephen's Episcopal Church and First Presbyterian Church, both more than 100 years old, were damaged by smoke and flames.Anne Simmons is a digital content producer for KGUN 9. Anne got her start in television while still a student at the University of Arizona. Before joining KGUN, she managed multiple public access television stations in the Bay Area and has worked as a video producer in the non-profit sector. Share your story ideas and important issues with Anne by emailing anne.
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