Ramer Fire Chief, Two Firefighters Arrested for Arson

The chief and two firefighters from the Ramer Fire Department in McNairy County, Tennessee, have been arrested following a Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) probe into a series of suspected arson incidents involving abandoned structures and grass fires. The investigation began after a March 13 fire at an abandoned building and soon linked multiple fires to members of the department. Gabriel Vandiver was charged with arson and vandalism, Trevor Williams with two counts of each, and Chief Jacob King with facilitation and conspiracy to commit arson. All three were arrested, with Vandiver and Williams released on bond or recognizance, while King's bond will be set at his court appearance. Authorities emphasize that these are allegations and the accused are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Officials are asking the public for further information related to intentional fires in the area.