Carpentersville Police have made an arrest in connection with the November 29, 2025 arson at 104 Meadowdale Ct., which displaced 24 families and resulted in a total loss of the building. Multiple felony charges have been approved.
Arrest Made in November Arson Investigation
Carpentersville, IL — The Police Department announced an arrest in connection with an arson incident that occurred on November 29, 2025, following an extensive and coordinated investigation.
On that date, officers and fire personnel responded to a reported fire at 104 Meadowdale Ct, which left the entire building a total loss and displaced 24 families. From the outset, department detectives treated the incident as a priority due to the severity of the offense, the level of property damage, and the potential risk to public safety. Detectives conducted a comprehensive investigation that included scene processing, evidence analysis, witness interviews, and coordination with partner agencies.
As a result of this work, the Kane County State’s Attorney’s Office reviewed the case and approved the following charges against Garland H. McGhee (DOB: 10/22/1995), of the 1100 block of Pennsylvania Street, Gary, Indiana 46407:
- Aggravated Arson – Class X Felony
- Residential Arson – Class 1 Felony
- Arson to Real and Personal Property – Class 2 Felony
- Criminal Damage with Fire or Explosives (Damage Exceeding $100,000)
On Wednesday, January 14th, Carpentersville detectives, working in partnership with the Indiana Department of Corrections and the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Chicago Field Office, located and arrested McGhee in Indiana. Law enforcement officers took him into custody without incident. Office 847.551.3481 Fax 847.426.5969 Kevin Stankowitz kstankowitz@cville.org Interim Chief of Police www.cville.org
Police Department 1200 L.W. Besinger Drive Carpentersville, IL 60110
The Police Department recognizes the exceptional diligence, persistence, and professionalism demonstrated by its detectives throughout this investigation. Their efforts, combined with strong interagency cooperation, proved critical to identifying the offender and securing a successful resolution.
This investigation remains a strong example of the department’s commitment to holding offenders accountable and protecting the community through thorough investigative work and collaborative law enforcement partnerships.
Interim Chief Kevin Stankowitz
847-551-3481
kstankowitz@cville.org