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Suspect in deadly fire no longer allowed near apartments, can't have lighter, matches, judge says
Summary by Spring Editorial Desk Courtney Carpenter , as published by ABC13 Houston
· July 21, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details on the incident and the suspect's case are available from local news sources, including ABC13 Houston.
A judge has imposed restrictions on a 38-year-old suspect accused of starting a fire at the Cypresswood Apartments. The suspect is no longer allowed near the apartments and is prohibited from possessing lighters or matches. The fire at the Cypresswood Apartments resulted in the death of the suspect's brother and serious injuries to his mother and several others.
The suspect is accused of intentionally starting the fire. Further details on the incident and the suspect's case are available from local news sources, including ABC13 Houston.
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Category: safety Published: July 21, 2026 Source: ABC13 Houston Reading time: 1 min
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