Calif. man charged in Carr Fire insurance fraud plan

A residence burns as the Carr Fire tears through Shasta, Calif., on Thursday, July 26, 2018. (AP Photo/Noah Berger)

In 2018, the Carr Fire prompted the evacuation of thousands as it swept across communities in Northern California. Once it was 100% contained in late August, the fire burned 229,651 acres and destroyed more than 1,600 structures, resulting in $1.5 billion in insured losses.

During the Carr Fire, Stephen Cortopassi of Redding, Calif., evacuated his home before the fire destroyed his residence. In addition to his house, Cortopassi had four cars, with an estimated value of $43,060, and a detached garage on the property.