(KDLM) – The man accused starting the Star Lake bridge on fire has pleaded guilty.
Ryan Johnson of Mapleton, North Dakota was arrested in September of 2020 for setting fire to the bridge along Highway 41.
Johnson pleaded guilty to possession of ammunition/firearm by a convicted felon and second degree arson.
Johnson will be sentenced on May 24, 2021.
The bridge will be replaced this summer; the initial estimated cost is $980,000 with an anticipated state contribution of $300,000.
Story by JT Thaden KDLM
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