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Resort Owner Arrested for Arson and Insurance Fraud

12/6/2025

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Bryce Campbell, 41, owner of Lutsen Resort Lodge in Minnesota, was arrested December 3 and charged with arson and insurance fraud.
Authorities allege he joked about burning down the resort before a February 6, 2024 fire.
Campbell faced debts over $1.5 million and raised the resort's insurance to $13 million.
Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension officials say Campbell prioritized personal gain over the community while jailed in Michigan awaiting extradition.

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Bryce Campbell, 41, owner of Lutsen Resort Lodge in Minnesota, was arrested December 3 and charged with arson and insurance fraud.
Authorities allege he joked about burning down the resort before a February 6, 2024 fire.
Campbell faced debts over $1.5 million and raised the resort's insurance to $13 million.
Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension officials say Campbell prioritized personal gain over the community while jailed in Michigan awaiting extradition.