Man Accused of Arson and Murder After Fatal Miami Fire

Fatal Fire and Subsequent Arrest

• 🎯 Detectives have arrested a man accused of starting a fatal fire that killed two people in Northwest Miami-Dade.
• 🗓️ The incident occurred on September 27th of last year, and the suspect, Jorge Marin Calderin, gave Local 10 News a tour of his burned home shortly after.

Evidence of Arson

• 🔍 Investigators found that an accelerant was poured over the doors and frames of the home, with the exception of Calderin's bedroom.
• 🧪 A report indicates that Calderin's sweater tested positive for gasoline, and traces of accelerant on his clothing were consistent with it being poured or splashed on him.
• 🏠 Surveillance video from neighbors did not show anyone entering or leaving the house around the time the fire started, further aiding the investigation.

Charges and Unanswered Questions

• ⚖️ Calderin, 61, is facing two counts of second-degree murder, attempted murder, and arson charges.
• ❓ The motive behind the alleged arson and the subsequent deaths has not yet been released by authorities.
• ⚠️ Two individuals died in the fire, while another resident, Johnny, who was also living there, managed to escape.