Arsonist Torching Florida's Largest State Forest

A $6,000 reward is being offered for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of an arsonist wanted for destroying nearly 200 acres of the Blackwater River State Forest.

The most recent fire, set January 23rd, consumed 90 acres and threatening several residences near Big Red Road and Sellersville Road, north of the Munson community.

“We need help finding the person(s) responsible for these fires, which have destroyed nearly 200 acres,” said Ben Wolcott, Operations Administrator for Blackwater District.

Arson is a felony, punishable by 5 years in jail and/or a $5,000 fine.

Any suspicious activity in the area, no matter how small or seemingly insignificant, should be reported to Santa Rosa County Crime Stoppers at 850.437.STOP or online at www.srccs.com.