BILLINGS, Mont. – A structure fire on the 2700 block of 4th Ave S led to the arrest of Reese Gray, a 27-year-old from Hardin, on May 31, 2025. Witnesses reported seeing someone fleeing the scene, and officers quickly identified Gray as the suspect.

The Billings Police Department stated that Gray allegedly set the fire and then ran from the apartment. While there were no injuries reported, a cat was found deceased inside the residence.

Gray was apprehended a few blocks away and is now facing charges of arson, two counts of criminal endangerment, and aggravated animal cruelty. He was taken to the Yellowstone County Detention Facility.

The Billings Police Department expressed gratitude to the Billings Fire Department, AMR, and Yellowstone County Sheriff's Office for their assistance in han

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