Knoxville Fire Department Says Arson is the Cause of Business Fire on Liberty Street
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Knoxville Fire Department Says Arson is the Cause of Business Fire on Liberty Street

Posted on April 9, 2025

Today, April 9, 2025, Knoxville Fire Department investigators arrested and charged 42-year-old Brandon Humfleet with arson.

Humfleet was arrested earlier this morning following a fire at a business at 1520 Liberty Street. The fire was initially reported at 3:50 a.m.  

When firefighters arrived at the business, they determined that the blaze had been intentionally set. Investigators worked throughout the morning to identify and locate the suspect.

Humfleet has now been charged with one count of arson and is being held at the Knox County Detention Facility. 

No injuries were reported.  The building received moderate fire damage and is open for business.

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