2 suspected of arson in Oak fire
Courtesy of Archuleta County Sheriff’s Office
Two men were arrested in connection with the Oak fire that was started by an illegal burn, according to a news release Sunday from the Archuleta County Sheriff’s Office.
Ross Heirigs, 60, and Sergio Alaniz Jr. face charges of fourth-degree arson. The release stated the fire originated from a burn barrel on Aug. 10 and quickly spread throughout a subdivision.
The fire was contained to 75 acres. The county remains in a stage 1 fire Restriction.
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