Grand Forks Arson Suspect Arrested

A suspect is in custody for the fire that heavily damaged Juba Coffee and Restaurant in Grand Forks.

Polk County Sheriff’s deputies and state troopers arrested Matthew Gust, 25, of East Grand Forks late Monday night at a motel in Fosston.

Grand Forks Police Lt. Derik Zimmel says Gust allegedly told others he was responsible for the fire and also had injuries consistent with the incident.

Gust is facing a felony arson charge.