April 18, 2023 – Fond du Lac Co., WI – For many years, suspicious wildfires were notably occurring in the spring season in our southeast portion of Fond du Lac County. After a lengthy joint investigation with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, an arson suspect was identified.
The suspect, a 40 year-old Eden man, was identified utilizing fire forensic science, covert surveillance systems and multiple field interviews.
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The Wisconsin DNR and Fond du Lac County Sheriff’s Office conducted a joint interview and the suspect admitted to igniting several fires since 2020 and to igniting wildfires in the area for nearly two decades. The suspect is believed to be responsible for burning approximately 60 acres of land during this time.
Charges of Arson and Intentionally Set Fire to Land have been referred to the District Attorney in both Fond du Lac and Washington Counties. No additional information to be released at this time.
