While Cremating His Dog THIS Happened?!

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(FreePressBeacon.com) – The tragic tale of a man’s attempt to bid farewell to his furry friend turned destructive, sparking one of Colorado’s largest wildfires this year.

See the man’s mugshot in the tweet below!

What supposedly began as an act of mourning spiraled into a costly disaster, leaving over 7,000 acres scorched.

Now, 63-year-old Brent Garber faces charges for these devastating consequences.

The Montrose County Sheriff’s Office charged Brent Garber after he allegedly initiated a massive wildfire while trying to cremate his euthanized dog.

The fiery chaos erupted on August 1st, expanding into the infamous Bucktail Fire, which ravaged 7,200 acres and lasted two weeks.

Garber faces two counts of arson and one count of second-degree trespassing related to the incident.

Reports suggest he trespassed on private property, with witnesses spotting Garber fleeing on an ATV.

His attempt to lay his beloved Rocket, a dog, to rest has culminated in an unfortunate debacle, depicting how quickly situations can get out of control.

Investigators found the remains of Rocket at the fire’s origin, next to a rock inscribed with heartfelt sentiments.

A neighbor alleges Garber admitted to tossing an aerosol can into the fire pit, an act that caused the cruel blaze to spread uncontrollably.

Brent Garber allegedly tried to extinguish the fire with a shovel before the intensity forced him to flee.

The fire caused over $200,000 in damage and spread onto federal land, raising concerns about the potential repercussions of reckless actions in dry conditions, Fox News reports.

The charges against Garber emphasize the need for personal responsibility and consideration of potential risks.

Such incidents create complex challenges for forest management and local authorities striving to protect our lands and ensure public safety, notes a report by The Daily Caller.

While the sadness over losing a pet is deeply acknowledged, Garber’s case stands as a warning of the unforeseen dangers of acting without foresight.