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Arrest Made in Oakhill Road Explosion Fire

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 5:55 AM

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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Arrest Made in Oakhill Road Explosion Fire

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