Livermore Man Accused Of Arson After Multiple Spot Fires Reported

LIVERMORE, CA — A 34-year-old Livermore man is being accused of arson following several brush fires that cropped up in town, authorities said Wednesday.

Gilmar Portilla-Amaya is facing three counts of arson, the Livermore Police Department wrote in a statement.

Over the past several weeks, officers have responded to multiple vegetation fires along the Las Positas Corridor and near the Super 8 Motel, police said.

"These incidents posed a significant risk to public safety, especially during fire season," officials said.

During one of the fires is when officers made contact with Portilla-Amaya. After an investigation, detectives connected the man to two other fires.

"As always, we encourage the community to report any suspicious activity," officials said. "Early reporting can help prevent dangerous situations."