Brian Keith Davis, 54, of Katy, has been arrested in connection with the fire that destroyed a Krispy Kreme doughnut shop in College Station on May 13. Davis, who owns the College Station Krispy Kreme location, was charged with arson following an eleven-week investigation by the College Station Fire Marshal’s Office and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF).
The investigation also involved the State Fire Marshal’s Accelerant Detection Canine Unit and the College Station Police. Harris County Constable Precinct 5 assisted in apprehending and booking Davis in Harris County.
“I am proud of the work done by the CSFD Fire Marshals Office and appreciative of the support and collaboration we received from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives,” said Fire Chief Richard Mann. “The agency’s cooperation and teamwork have been instrumental in getting a criminal off the streets who completely disregarded the risk posed to the community and the firefighters from an intentional act of arson.”
ATF Special Agent in Charge Michael Weddel highlighted the significance of collaborative efforts in solving arson cases. “The strong partnerships we have between our federal and local partners are force multipliers and allow us to leverage the full capabilities of law enforcement when solving arson investigations. Arsons present grave risk to both life and property and we are committed to using every resource at our disposal to see to it that those who are responsible for such acts are held accountable,” Weddel said.
Authorities have confirmed that the case is not being investigated as a racially motivated incident. The investigation remains ongoing.
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