
Suspect accused of starting the Line Fire pleads not guilty to arson charge and more
Justin Wayne Halsentberg, 34, pleads not guilty to nine charges, including arson.
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Justin Wayne Halsentberg, 34, pleads not guilty to nine charges, including arson.
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