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Former NFL player arrested for arson fire at landscaping business

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 11:25 PM

Last updated Jul 17, 2026

Former NFL player arrested for arson fire at landscaping business

Summary

Javian A’Trell Hawkins, a former player for the Los Angeles Rams, was arrested on July 17 for allegedly setting an arson fire at Tropic Care of Florida, a landscaping business in West Melbourne. The fire severely damaged multiple company vehicles and the facility itself. Hawkins reportedly entered the secured property and used gasoline from an unlocked vehicle to ignite the flames. He is currently in custody at Brevard County Jail with a bond set at nearly $300,000, facing charges of arson, burglary, and criminal mischief. The business owner expressed gratitude for community support in the aftermath of the incident.

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Key Details

•Hawkins is 26 years old and previously played for the Rams.
•The fire severely damaged Tropic Care of Florida after it was set early Wednesday morning.
•Hawkins was arrested on July 17 and is being held on a nearly $300,000 bond.
•He faces multiple charges including arson and burglary.
•The landscaping business has operated for 35 years and is working to rebuild.

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