Milwaukee police arrest suspect in apartment arson that injured 5
Summary
Vehicle Fire Milwaukee Wisconsin in Milwaukee, Wisconsin: A fire occurred on Friday, January 17, 2026, near Loomis and Fardale, Milwaukee, Wisconsin. A 9-year-old girl was forced to jump from a second-floor window and was rescued by a man on the ground. The fire injured five people, with the girl being the only one specifically mentioned. The suspect, a 43-year-old man, was arrested, and the district attorney will determine the charges. The fire started on the first floor, and smoke conditions were severe on the second floor, forcing residents to evacuate.
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Milwaukee police arrest suspect in apartment arson that injured 5