Yes, in the state of Texas an arson in which someone dies is a murder.
I would like the answers to those questions, also.
If I get some answers tomorrow when I talk to the detectives, I'll post them here.
BTW, I've heard HFD is rather inept, so give 'em hector for us, will you? Tell 'em to get off their duffs and get to work!
And to Belinda, all my prayers. Chief is happy and free now... No worries, just guarding his buddies in Afghanistan. I sure hope they have Red Dog in Heaven.