BREAKING: Possible arson committed at Riverview Hall

Campus police believe two trash can fires were set intentionally

Analah Wallace, Staffer • November 7, 2023

The Sacramento State Police Department responded to a call of a fire near Riverview Hall, Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023. Currently, police believe the fire was set intentionally. (Graphic created in Canva by Chris Woodard, Photo courtesy of Sacramento State Police Department)

Editor’s Note: This story has been updated with information regarding the suspect’s arrest.

The Sacramento State Police Department responded to a fire near Riverview Hall on Tuesday which they believe was set intentionally, according to a timely warning notice.

The Sacramento Fire Department responded alongside campus police around 5 p.m. after a trash can fire was reported near the student residence. Police noticed a second fire in another trash can close by and believe both were set intentionally.

The suspect was later arrested on Nov. 8 and identified as Santigie Kabia, according to a Sac Send email. Kabia was arrested on suspicion of committing two counts of arson and booked in the Sacramento County Main Jail.

Campus police could not be reached for comment by time of publication.

Campus Police are actively investigating the situation. It is recommended to be observant and watch for any suspicious activity. To report any information, call the Sac State Police Department’s dispatch number, (916)-278-6000.

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Analah Wallace, News Editor

(they/them) Analah is in their second semester at The State Hornet and their first semester as the news editor. Their passion lies in news reporting and they hope to use their time on the publication to bring back an appreciation for general news writing. Their overall goal is to make the public trust in journalists again, and they hope to one day be a journalist in a big city.