Devonte Johnson, 28, was arrested in Milford for allegedly starting a brush fire during a drought.

Devonte Johnson, a 28-year-old man from Dorchester, was arrested in Milford, Massachusetts, for allegedly starting a brush fire on town-owned land during a drought. Police apprehended him after a brief pursuit. He faces multiple charges, including setting fire to land and disturbing the peace, and is currently held on $1,500 bail awaiting arraignment. The incident comes amid a significant increase in brush fires across the state.

November 03, 2024
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