Arrests made in Baker City Central Building fire
By Garrett Christensen on Friday, August 30th, 2024 in Featured Stories More Top Stories Northeastern Oregon News
BAKER CITY — (Release from the Oregon State Police) Three juveniles are in custody for an arson fire that destroyed Baker City’s Central Building in May.
On May 22, 2024, the Baker City Fire Department and neighboring fire agencies responded to a fire at the vacant Baker City Central Building—the original Baker High School built in 1917. The historic building was a total loss as a result of the fire. The Oregon State Police Arson Unit was requested to assist in the fire investigation.
The investigation revealed the fire was started intentionally. Through a detailed investigation, investigators identified three juvenile suspects. In partnership with the Baker City Police Department, Baker County Sheriff’s Office, Baker County Juvenile Department, and the Baker County District Attorney’s Office, search warrants were served, and evidence linking the three juveniles to the fire was located.
Additionally, the juveniles have been implicated in stolen firearms cases. All three juvenile suspects are currently in custody.
