A Maryland man is now facing murder charges in the Stricker Street fire that killed three Baltimore firefighters in January 2022. On Monday, he was ordered to be held without bail.

James Barnett, 57, is charged with second-degree arson, second-degree murder, involuntary manslaughter, and reckless endangerment, according to charging documents obtained by WJZ's media partner, The Baltimore Banner.

Lt. Kelsey Sadler, Lt. Paul Butrim, and EMT/firefighter Kenny Lacayo all died in the fire when they became trapped in the vacant rowhome on Jan. 24, 2022. The reckless endangerment charge is related to John McMaster, who was permanently injured while battling the fire.

During Monday's court hearing, prosecutors argued Barnett has a "complete disregard for human life."

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