On Thursday, February 6, 2025, at approximately 9:21 a.m., the New York State Police in Bath were dispatched by Steuben County 911 to 6649 State Route 415 in the town of Bath for a report of a residential structure fire.
Upon arrival, Troopers observed smoke coming from the left side of the single-story residence. It was confirmed that no individuals were inside at the time. Troopers immediately closed a portion of State Route 415 between Faucett Road and Telegraph Road to allow the Bath Volunteer Fire Department to extinguish the fire safely. A preliminary investigation indicated suspicious circumstances surrounding the fire.
On May 28, 2025, following a comprehensive fire investigation, Timothy S. DeWolf, 47, of Bath, NY, was charged with Arson 3rd (C Felony).
DeWolf was processed at SP Bath and transported to Steuben County Jail for CAP arraignment.
