Amador County Man Pleads Guilty to Starting Tiger Fire
Jacob Heitz pleaded guilty to starting the Tiger Fire in Amador County on August 8, 2025. The fire burned 118 acres and required over 200 firefighters to contain.
Sacramento Stockton Modesto, CA, July 22, 2026 —
Amador County, CA – Jacob Heitz has pleaded guilty to starting the Tiger Fire, which ignited on August 8, 2025, in Amador County. The blaze ultimately consumed 118 acres and necessitated the deployment of more than 200 firefighters for its containment.
The guilty plea by Heitz marks a significant development in the case surrounding the destructive wildfire. Further details regarding the sentencing or specific charges related to the plea were not immediately available.
The Tiger Fire required a substantial response from multiple firefighting agencies. The effort to bring the fire under control involved a large contingent of personnel, highlighting the severity and potential danger posed by the wildfire. The 118 acres burned represent a notable impact on the local landscape.
An investigation into the cause of the fire led to the identification of Jacob Heitz. His guilty plea confirms his responsibility for initiating the blaze.
Story summarized from the original created by Katie Chavez on fox40.com, see more information here.
