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Man accused of torching restaurant with propane tank

HCSO says a Hillsborough County man used a propane tank to set a restaurant on fire while armed with two knives.
WHO: A Hillsborough County man (name not provided)
WHAT: Accused of using a propane tank to torch a restaurant; armed with two knives during the incident
WHEN: Jul 9, 2026 at 1:55 PM ET
WHERE: Hillsborough County, Florida
WHY: The accused allegedly used a propane tank to set the restaurant on fire.

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