Champaign, IL – A Champaign man has been arrested in connection with a recent church fire that caused extensive property damage earlier this month.
According to the Champaign Police Department, the arrest stems from a fire that occurred on Nov. 19, 2025, at a local church in the city. Investigators allege the man was involved in igniting the blaze, which resulted in thousands of dollars in damages to the property. Authorities have not yet released the suspect’s name or detailed the circumstances surrounding his alleged involvement.
Police announced the arrest Friday, just over a week after the fire. While an arrest has been made, officials said the case remains open and that investigators continue to follow up on leads. No injuries were reported during the incident, but the church sustained significant structural damage.
The Champaign Police Department has urged anyone with additional information related to the case to come forward. The department did not disclose the specific church affected or how the fire was allegedly started.
Further updates are expected as the investigation continues.
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