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Eau Claire man accused of 2021 arson, appears in court

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EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WLAX/WEUX) - 71-year-old Jeffrey Root made his initial appearance in Eau Claire County Court on charges of arson with intent to defraud. According to the criminal complaint, Root was investigated after a 2021 fire at his business, Dana's Bar and Grill. Law enforcement says EMS could smell gasoline on Root and found two gas cans inside the bar. A $10,000 signature bond was set.

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WKBT broke the news in on Thursday, April 17, 2025.
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