• Mark Hawkins Sr., 66, arrested for first-degree arson in connection with a home explosion that completely destroyed his Rosedale residence in July

• Suspicious timing revealed: Phone records show Hawkins was at home when BGE reported unusually high gas flow, contradicting his statements to police

• Evidence of deliberate sabotage: Investigators found the gas supply line was manually disconnected, an electric range left on, and accelerant detected in debris

• Convenient absence: Hawkins and his wife were vacationing in Jamaica with one-way tickets when the explosion occurred after 18 hours of continuous gas flow

• No accident: Police ruled the incident incendiary after discovering no clothing, shoes, or cars at the property, suggesting the family had permanently relocated

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