Last Firefighter Pleads Guilty in West Tennessee Arsons

January 28, 2008

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The last of four Tiptonville, Tenn., firefighters who had been charged in a series of arsons has entered guilty pleas.

Floyd Kilburn pleaded guilty Jan. 22 to reckless burning charges, receiving a suspended jail term of 11 months, 29 days. He must repay two property owners $1,500 within a year.

Three other former firefighters charged in the fires have been given judicial diversion.

They are former Tiptonville Volunteer Fire Department chief James Blackburn, his grandson Brandon Blackburn and Chuck Burrus.

Authorities say 10 fires were set, burning unoccupied buildings, but causing no serious injuries.

Information from: State Gazette, http://www.stategazette.com

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  • January 29, 2008 at 8:22 am
    wudchuck says:
    what?! suspended jail time? and only pay $3k? why?! just because he was a firefighter, i don't think so. he admitted blame and said i am guilty. if it had been a non-city e... read more
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