Colorado Man Arrested for Arson in Connection With Destructive Mountain Fire

Published on September 11, 2024

A Colorado man has been arrested for allegedly starting a fire that burned more than 15 square miles, destroyed 29 homes, and resulted in property damage of more than $30 million. The Larimer County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) arrested 49-year-old Jason Alexander Hobby on Sept. 10. He appeared in court on Wednesday on first-degree arson charges in connection with the Alexander Mountain Fire that started at a guest ranch on July 29 and was contained on Aug. 17. “The Alexander Mountain Fire destroyed homes, endangered lives, and scarred our community—literally and figuratively,” Larimer County Sheriff John Feyen said. “I’m extremely grateful for our LCSO investigations team and US Forest Service partners who worked nonstop to find answers in this case. I also want to thank the Sylvan Dale Ranch staff. Despite the fire danger at their doorstep, they were extremely supportive during the fire response and cooperated with our investigation in its aftermath.”...

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