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Man Arrested for Molotov Cocktail Fire at Brooklyn Store

4/14/2026

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Isidro Aquino, 39, was arrested after allegedly throwing a Molotov cocktail that ignited a fire at a Brooklyn clothing store on April 13, 2026.
The blaze injured one firefighter.
Ninety-two fire and EMS units responded to the scene.
Aquino fled the scene, then returned and was arrested again.
He faces arson and burglary charges and has 15 prior arrests, including robbery and drug possession.

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Story summary

Isidro Aquino, 39, was arrested after allegedly throwing a Molotov cocktail that ignited a fire at a Brooklyn clothing store on April 13, 2026.
The blaze injured one firefighter.
Ninety-two fire and EMS units responded to the scene.
Aquino fled the scene, then returned and was arrested again.
He faces arson and burglary charges and has 15 prior arrests, including robbery and drug possession.