California Poker Dealer Arrested for Major Arson
August 19, 2026
In San Diego, 30-year-old Brandon Glasgow, who worked as a dealer at the Jamul Casino Resort, has been arrested. He is suspected of intentional arson that destroyed 131 acres of forest — comparable to 100 football fields — and nearly burned down residential homes.
Firefighters had to deploy aircraft, since the fire raged along hiking trails that vehicles couldn't reach. The dealer faces up to 6 years in prison.
In January 2025, due to a wildfire, Jennifer Tilly and Phil Laak were urgently evacuated straight from the Commerce Casino hotel, while actor James Woods lost his home entirely at that time.
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Firefighters had to deploy aircraft, since the fire raged along hiking trails that vehicles couldn't reach. The dealer faces up to 6 years in prison.
In January 2025, due to a wildfire, Jennifer Tilly and Phil Laak were urgently evacuated straight from the Commerce Casino hotel, while actor James Woods lost his home entirely at that time.
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