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Arson Suspect Arrested in San Juan Capistrano

 

by: SJC PIO
Published: July 22, 2024

 

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO...A collaborative partnership of the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) and the Orange County Sheriff's Department (OCSD) resulted in the July 17 arrest of Sergio Parracastellon (AKA Sergio Parra), 29, of San Juan Capistrano on suspicion of setting multiple vegetation fires in the City of San Juan Capistrano.

OCFA Investigators, with assistance from the OCSD, Irvine Police Department, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, conducted an extensive investigation which led to his arrest on suspicion of 10 counts of arson.

Anyone who may have information regarding this case is urged to call the TIP line at 714-647- 7000. Anonymous information may be provided through Orange County Crime Stoppers at 855-TIP-OCCS.