South Fort Worth Arson Suspect Arrested After String of Vehicle Fires

String of Vehicle Fires in South Fort Worth

• 🚨 A series of vehicle fires occurred in a South Fort Worth neighborhood, primarily near Crowley and Risinger Road.
• 🚗 The fires, which took place between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day, involved multiple vehicles.

Investigation and Arrest

• 🔍 Arson investigators, working with police, identified a pattern in the late-night fires, typically occurring between 11:00 p.m. and 2:00 a.m.
• 📸 A 17-year-old suspect, Evan Banda, was identified through home security footage, noting his clothing and hairstyle.
• 💡 Investigators believe Banda targeted unlocked vehicles that were out of plain view.

Community Reaction and Charges

• 🗣️ Residents expressed relief following the arrest, with some sharing their fear and the impact of the incidents on their families.
• 🙏 One resident expressed a desire for the young suspect to receive help, acknowledging the fear he caused.
• ⚖️ Although only 17 years old, Evan Banda is being charged as an adult in Fort Worth for his alleged role in the arsons.