Arson Suspect Pleads Not Guilty

By Shannon McCann. Published Monday, July 9th, 2012

Arson investigation, First United Methodist Church, Ellensburg

An Ellensburg man suspected of setting fire to five buildings pleads not guilty today.

Investigators say Zachary Vantuyl set fire to two homes, a church, food bank, and a barn within the last month.

Officials say the damage totals over $325,000.

Vantuyl's trial is set for August 7th.