The Casa Grande Police Department has arrested 30-year-old Everardo Gregorio in connection with a structure fire at a Jewish community center. The fire occurred on March 3, 2025, at 4:53 a.m. at the Khal Chasidim, located at 913 East 8th Street in Casa Grande. The building sustained significant damage due to the fire. Detectives linked significant evidence to Gregorio and located him near the community center on March 5. He is currently in custody at the Pinal County Adult Detention Center, and charges of Arson of an Occupied Structure will be referred to the Pinal County Attorney’s Office for review.

Source: Casa Grande Police Department | Casa Grande AZ | Facebook

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Casa Grande, AZ

373 East Val Vista Boulevard, Casa Grande, AZ

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