CPD questioning man in connection to fire that killed firefighter

Chicago police are questioning a man in connection with a Rogers Park fire that led to the death of firefighter Michael Altman.
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Chicago police questioning man in connection to fire that killed firefighter Michael Altman as CFD announces funeral

The man was arrested Wednesday afternoon and is being held on a warrant unrelated to the fire, police sources said.

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