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A man was arrested in connection with a 2024 fireworks explosion that killed seven workers, with over 100 pounds of illegal explosives found at his home.
Ronald Botelho III, 38, was arrested in Crescent City on December 12 in connection with the July 1, 2024, Esparto fireworks explosion that killed seven workers.
Authorities seized over 100 pounds of illegal fireworks and explosive materials from his home, leading to multiple felony charges including possession of destructive devices, reckless explosives use near residences, child endangerment, and illegal firearms possession.
His bail is set at $500,000.
The investigation, led by the Del Norte County Sheriff’s Office and Yolo County DA’s office, continues into the cause of the blast, which occurred at a warehouse operated by two fireworks companies later shut down by Cal Fire.
The state fire marshal is reviewing regulations due to discovered loopholes, with changes expected in early 2026.
Un hombre fue arrestado en relación con una explosión de fuegos artificiales de 2024 que mató a siete trabajadores, con más de 100 libras de explosivos ilegales encontrados en su hogar.