The Texarkana Texas Fire Marshal’s Office has arrested a man in connection with a house explosion and fire earlier this year on Oakhill Road.
The Texarkana Texas Fire Marshal’s Office has arrested a man in connection with a house explosion and fire earlier this year on Oakhill Road.
Investigators say the February 2nd fire happened after a gas stove was removed from the home without shutting off the natural gas supply. Authorities say gas built up inside the house for hours before igniting, causing a powerful explosion that destroyed the residence. Twenty-one-year-old Traveonta Johnson was arrested May 21st and charged with felony criminal mischief.
The investigation remains ongoing.
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