Suspect Arrested in Spokane Old Trails Fire That Devastated Hundreds of Homes

A 37-year-old man, Aaron F. Farinacci, was arrested on suspicion of first‑degree arson in connection with the Old Trails fire near Airway Heights, a human‑caused blaze that destroyed about 700 homes. Investigators say ignition evidence at the scene, plus Farinacci being found with waterproof matches and a butane lighter, points to arson. The case is ongoing as the wider wildfire situation in Spokane County remains under investigation, and Farinacci—who has a prior manslaughter conviction in Arizona—may be a Spokane resident.,