Crime & Justice

12-Year-Old Four-Time Arson Suspect Arrested in Berkeley

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The girl allegedly started four fires in the same day throughout the Northern California city.

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A 12-year-old was arrested Friday in Berkeley, California on suspicion of arson for allegedly starting four fires throughout the city on the same day, including one building. The fires were extinguished and caused only minor damage, Berkeley police said. The girl’s name has not been released. Police said in a statement, “Thanks to the quick action and reporting of neighbors, fires were able to be extinguished and a suspect later apprehended.”

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