The Pillow Pyro: Arson in Southern California

Wildfires in California have long been a devastating part of life—but between 1984 and 1991, the flames weren’t just fueled by nature. A serial arsonist known as the Pillow Pyro was secretly igniting terror across Southern California, setting nearly 2,000 fires.For years, authorities were baffled by the growing number of suspicious blazes. The fires were expertly set—many with time-delayed incendiary devices, often using everyday objects like cigarettes, rubber bands, and matches. But this wasn’t just a firebug getting his kicks. One of the blazes turned deadly, claiming the lives of four innocent people.The most chilling part? The man responsible wasn’t a shadowy figure hiding in the woods. He was one of them—a fire investigator.Join us as we dive into the twisted story of John Leonard Orr, the firefighter-turned-serial arsonist, whose obsession with fire destroyed countless lives and landscapes before he was finally caught.Connect with Us: 🔥 Facebook Group: Housewives of True Crime Group 📱 Instagram & TikTok: @housewivesoftruecrimeSupport the Podcast: ❤️ Patreon: Become a Member ☕ Donations: Support the ShowAdvertising Inquiries: Click Here🌐 Website: www.housewivesoftruecrime.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Acorns and use my code acorns.com/clink for a great deal: https://www.acorns.com* Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy