By CBS13 Staff
NEVADA CITY (CBS13) – The Nevada City Police Department confirmed Thursday that the suspected arsonist accused of setting a century-old home and nearby office building on fire was a transient of the area.
Nathan Daniel Tomlinson, 32, was taken into custody on multiple charges including arson.
READ MORE: Stimulus Check Latest: When Could You See Another Economic Relief Payment?According to the Nevada City Fire Department, crews responded to the fire ar around 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday along Broad Street across the street from city hall.
READ MORE: Third Stimulus Check: Why Your Next Relief Payment May Not Be $1,400The department said the home was about 75% involved in the flames upon arrival and the office building sustained heavy smoke and water damage from the firefight.
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