Jaymi Hutchins, Arson, Maine 2016

Arson Charges Bring Justice to Maine Community

A devastating fire in Lebanon, Maine, has led to a conviction for Jaymi Hutchins, 31, formerly of Gilead, Maine, and Rochester, New Hampshire, for maliciously damaging and destroying property used in interstate commerce by fire.

Court records reveal that on October 25, 2016, Hutchins intentionally set a fire inside a vehicle in the parking lot of a vehicle towing, recovery, repair and sales business located in Lebanon, Maine. The fire destroyed three vehicles, including a commercial wrecker.

The defendant's actions not only caused significant damage to property but also put lives at risk. Thankfully, no one was injured in the blaze. The investigation, which spanned two days, uncovered evidence of Hutchins' involvement, including the theft of a vehicle from the business, which she crashed and abandoned.

The Maine State Fire Marshal's Office, York and Oxford County Sheriff's Offices, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives worked together to apprehend Hutchins and bring her to justice.

Hutchins faces between five and 20 years in prison and a $250,000 fine. She will be sentenced after the completion of a presentence investigation report by the U.S. Probation Office.

The conviction is a testament to the hard work and dedication of law enforcement agencies in Maine. It serves as a reminder that arson is a serious crime with severe consequences. We hope that this conviction brings closure to the victims and the community affected by this devastating fire.

Jaymi Hutchins, Defendant

Maliciously damaging and destroying property used in interstate commerce by fire, Defendant

Portland, Maine

October 25, 2016

Between five and 20 years in prison and a $250,000 fine

Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-me/pr/oxford-county-woman-convicted-arson