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Posted: 3:23 PM Jul 2, 2009
Arson Charge Dismissed Against Volunteer Firefighter
Charges have been dismissed against a volunteer firefighter in connection with a wildfire in Scioto County, Ohio.
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PORTSMOUTH, Ohio (WSAZ) -- Charges have been dismissed against a volunteer firefighter in connection with a wildfire in Scioto County, Ohio.
Back in April, forestry officials arrested Michael Thompson and charged him with felony arson.
At the time of his arrest, investigators said that the fire on Mackeltree Road had burned 12-hundred acres in the Shawnee State Forest.
Thompson was arrested after investigators said they found an accelerant on his person.
According to court documents, on Wednesday in Scioto County Common Pleas Court, the charges against Thompson were dismissed without prejudice after the “arresting agency failed to provide a complete investigation report.”
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If you love your family and appreciate your home, I would hope you thank your local VOLUNTEER firefighters every chance you get. They are the men and women who leave their families and beds to save your lives and possessions when, God forbid, the time comes that you may need them. These folks risk their lives for your safety, even the safety of your "stuff". Be thankful. This young man will hopefully get the support of all Departments and the community involved. Thank you.
Im glad these charges was dropped be he was innocent :)
Only YOU could have prevented this fire!
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