A Prince Frederick man known for filming emergency responses for social media was arrested after investigators determined he intentionally set fire to a vacant commercial building. Authorities also linked him to multiple false 911 calls, which he allegedly made to capture emergency responses on video for his online content.
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On February 22, 2025, at approximately 8:30 p.m., Newburg Volunteer Fire Company and surrounding departments responded to a reported fire at 12535 Crain Highway. Firefighters quickly extinguished the blaze, and the Office of the State Fire Marshal launched an investigation, concluding the fire was deliberately set. Investigators identified 21-year-old Joshua Christian-Stanley Jackson as the first person to call 911 about the fire. Jackson, who frequently records fire department activity for social media, claimed he discovered the fire while returning from a DoorDash delivery in King George County, Virginia. However, investigators later determined that he had not traveled to Virginia that day.
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Further investigation revealed that Jackson had made multiple 911 calls reporting fires and emergencies in Charles, St. Mary’s, and Calvert counties. During an interview, Jackson admitted to setting the fire and described how he profited from filming emergency responses. Officials emphasized the serious consequences of arson and false emergency calls, which endanger lives and strain first responders.
Jackson was arrested and charged with second-degree arson, malicious burning, and causing a false fire alarm. He is currently being held without bond at the Charles County Detention Center. Authorities are continuing their investigation and may file additional charges related to other incidents.
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