Richard Tillman Arrested for Arson in San Jose Post Office Fire

Richard Tillman, brother of late NFL star and Army Ranger Pat Tillman, was arrested in San Jose, California, after allegedly crashing his car into a post office and causing a fire. The incident, which occurred early Sunday morning, is being investigated as a suspected arson, with Richard held on $60,000 bail. Family members have publicly acknowledged Richard’s long-standing severe mental health struggles, noting that attempts to secure proper care and support for him have been largely unsuccessful. Prior to the incident, Richard had been livestreaming erratic behavior on social media, including references to altered states of mind and grievances against the government. The family expressed relief that no one was injured in the crash and highlighted the difficulty in managing Richard's condition. Richard Tillman also has a history of legal issues, including warrants related to domestic violence and other charges in Fresno, California.