Overview
- Prosecutors filed three counts of child neglect resulting in death against Joshua Kannin this week after a months-long probe into the November 27, 2025 apartment fire.
- Investigators say the blaze most likely started on the kitchen stove, with a burner found in the on position, clutter on the cooktop, and signs two children may have been cooking noodles.
- The criminal complaint says no working smoke alarms were found in the unit, and Kannin admitted removing at least one device as the property manager reported he refused routine checks.
- Police reports recount Kannin waking to smoke, seeing a small fire, running for help, and failing to re-enter as an arriving officer found the apartment engulfed in flames.
- Kannin is scheduled for an initial court appearance on May 14, and each count carries up to 25 years in prison and a $100,000 fine if he is convicted.