Eau Claire Police Arrest Man for Arson and Attempted Homicide.
It was on January 21st just after midnight when Eau Claire Police and Eau Claire Fire responded to the 700 block of Hobart Street for a structure fire. When officers arrived, they found the house on fire and residents informed them everyone inside had been evacuated. Initial witness statements revealed the fire was started intentionally. The suspect was identified as 41 year old Thomas T. Hicks. Responding officers observed Hicks’ vehicle leaving the scene and he was taken into custody during a traffic stop. Investigators learned there were four adults and three children in the house when the fire was started. No injuries were reported by the residents.
Hicks faces various charges, including one count of Arson, seven counts of Attempted 1st Degree Intentional Homicide and seven counts of 1st Degree Recklessly Endangering Safety. His initial court appearance was Tuesday January 25th. There are no additional people being sought in connection to this incident.
