Police arrest man for suspected Bob Jones Trail arson
Paso Robles Daily News
September 11, 2026
Neighbors, some sobering news from our side of the grade: San Luis Obispo police arrested a 38-year-old local man on Sept. 10 in connection with a fire investigators say was set intentionally. The Paso Robles Daily News had the details first, and it's worth a read.
We're sharing this here because the Bob Jones Trail is one of those spots that ties our corner of the 805 together — morning walks, weekend bike rides with the kids, that easy stretch toward Avila. A fire there isn't just property damage; it's a hit to a place we all treat like our own backyard.
No word yet on a motive or court dates, so we'll keep watching. In the meantime, keep an eye out on the trail, say hi to your fellow walkers, and report anything suspicious. This community looks after its shared spaces.
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