Devonte Johnson Arrested for Milford Fire amid Drought

Devonte Johnson, a 28-year-old from Dorchester, was arrested for allegedly setting a brush fire in Milford, Massachusetts, on Saturday morning. The Milford Public Safety Communications Center received reports of the fire at around 8:48 a.m., and Johnson was seen fleeing the scene. After a brief foot chase, police apprehended him and charged him with multiple offenses, including arson, disorderly conduct, and disturbing the peace. He is currently held on a $1,500 bail at the Worcester House of Corrections, awaiting arraignment. The incident occurred amidst severe drought conditions, leading to increased wildfire risks across the state, with 106 wildfires burning over 600 acres in the past week. Authorities have issued a Red Flag Warning, indicating high fire danger due to the dry conditions.