Suspect Charged with Placing Incendiary Devices, Akin to Molotov Cocktails, near a Fire Station in Maryland
In a significant development, Slater Chaia, a 36-year-old tech entrepreneur from District Heights, Maryland, has been apprehended in connection with the placement of incendiary devices near a fire department station.
The incident occurred on August 30, 2025, at PGFD Station 805 in Capitol Heights. The arrest was made by the Prince George's County Police Department patrol units, following a tip-off from the Prince George's County Fire Department personnel.
Surveillance cameras captured Chaia planting fire-bombs, similar to Molotov cocktails, outside the fire station. The suspect was later identified, and his video was previously released in connection with the bombing at the Capitol Heights Fire Station.
Before his arrest, Chaia was known for his involvement in several startups and was previously investigated for alleged financial misconduct. The ongoing investigation encourages community members to contact investigators if they have additional information.
Chaia is being held without bond and faces several charges, including possession of incendiary material with intent to create a destructive device, a felony with similar penalties, and reckless endangerment, a misdemeanor with a possible fine of up to $5,000.
Investigators are also pursuing charges for possession of a destructive device, a felony with potential fines up to $250,000 and 25 years in prison.
It's worth noting that this article does not contain new facts about the previous incidents or arrests. The article also mentions a separate topic about 1,400+ arrests made since the start of Trump's crime crackdown, but it is not directly related to the main topic of the article.
Community members are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities. The Prince George's County Fire Department and Police Department are working together to ensure the safety of the community.
