Two Arrested in Separate Arson Cases

In Memphis, Wesley Krajewski has been arrested on charges of arson for allegedly setting a fire that destroyed a catering business, Fascinating Catering, causing over $180,000 in damage on November 8, 2024. Krajewski is currently held in Shelby County jail with a $105,000 bond. Separately, Kevin Alexander Carlson was arrested for allegedly setting the fire that severely damaged the historic Bidwell Mansion in Chico, California, on December 11, 2024. Carlson, charged with felony arson, is being held without bail, and officials plan to hold a news conference to provide further details. The Bidwell Mansion, a landmark tied to the city's heritage, was undergoing restoration at the time of the fire. Investigators have determined both fires to be intentional acts of arson, with community efforts underway to decide the future of the damaged historical site.