More on Firefighter Arrest

July 26, 2018

Investigation Continues In Firefighter Arrest

The investigation that began in reference to a fire that was started at an abandoned home in the Jefferson area is widening following the arrest yesterday of 17-year-old Christian Hargett, a junior firefighter who was still in training .

According to Chesterfield County Sheriff Jay Brooks, the investigation is looking into other fires and other people who may also have been involved.

SLED is also continuing to assist, and other charges may be forthcoming.

More information will be posted to Breaking News as details become available.

Read the full account in the Aug. 1 issue of The Link.