2024 arson suspect Tom Flanagan denies involvement; investigation by ATF and FBI ongoing.

Tom Flanagan, a Beaumont businessman and owner of the Gilbert Building, has denied involvement in a suspected arson that damaged his property on June 6, 2024. Following a search warrant executed on October 9 by a multi-agency task force, including the ATF and FBI, Flanagan's lawyer stated he has no knowledge of any wrongdoing. The investigation into the fire, believed to be financially motivated, remains ongoing.