Old Trails Fire suspect allegedly confessed to setting 25 fires; judge doubles bail to $2M

The bail for Aaron Forrest Farinacci, accused of starting the Old Trails Fire, was doubled to $2 million due to four additional arson charges. Prosecutors allege Farinacci confessed to setting 25 fires since 2025 and admitted to monitoring weather apps and constructing a delayed ignition device. His arraignment was delayed pending a mental competency evaluation.

• Aaron Forrest Farinacci’s bail was doubled to $2 million.
• He faces four additional arson charges.
• Farinacci allegedly confessed to setting 25 fires in the area since 2025.
• He reportedly admitted to using weather apps and building a delayed ignition device for the Old Trails Fire.
• The Old Trails Fire burned over 3,200 acres and destroyed about 700 homes.
• Farinacci previously served prison time for manslaughter after fatally shooting his father.
• A mental competency evaluation has been requested for Farinacci.