A Clearlake man was arrested on 17 counts of arson in connection with numerous Lake County fires over the past year, according to Cal Fire.

40-year-old Damin Anthony Pashilk was booked into the Lake County Jail for arson Monday.

Pashilk is believed to be involved in the Clayton Fire, which has burned over 4,000 acres and destroyed over 175 structures.

"Mr. Pashilk committed a horrific crime and we will seek prosecution to the fullest extent of the law,” Chief Ken Pimlott, Cal Fire director, said. “My thoughts continue to be with the people of Lake County during this difficult time."