Harris County, Texas -- The Harris County Fire Marshal's Office, with the assistance of Precinct 3 Constable's Office, charged and arrested Justin Carter (DOB 06/05/2002) with reckless arson after he ignited a firework inside the Northshore Senior High School at dismissal on Jan. 8. Several students were injured with scrapes, scratches, and bruises when attempting to exit the building.
"This is the second fireworks incident in a week at an educational institution in unincorporated Harris County," said Harris County Fire Marshal Laurie L. Christensen. "We take improper use of fireworks seriously and will continue to work with the Harris County District Attorney's Office to pursue charges for these dangerous incidents. Fireworks are explosive devices, and when not used appropriately, fireworks can cause harm and are dangerous."
The Harris County Fire Marshal's Office Investigations Division is responsible for fire, arson, and explosion investigations in unincorporated Harris County.