Tahnee Willow Orr, 39, from Susanville, has pleaded guilty to first-degree arson for her involvement in the November 1, 2024, fire that destroyed the St. Francis Hotel and the adjacent Utopia Management office. This plea includes a multiple-structure enhancement, which indicates the severity of the offense due to multiple buildings being affected. Lassen County District Attorney Susan Rios noted that the guilty plea serves as a conviction equivalent to a trial verdict. The case is currently with the probation department for recommendations, with sentencing set for July 22.
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