is the remarkable story of the investigation and manhunt for one of the most prolific serial arsonists in United States history. The reign of terror started in June 2003, killing four innocent people and burning through Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia, and ended when the DC Arson Task Force arrested Thomas Anthony Sweatt. As told by Robert M. Luckett, one of the chief investigators, Solving For X offers a unique, insider’s perspective on a truly shocking arson case.

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ARSON on Apple Podcats
Apple Podcast's ARSON released Jan 31, 2022. Hear the Solving for X team tell the story in their own words. Robert Luckett is interviewed throughout episode five, describing the touch-and-go moments before he put the cuffs on Thomas Sweat, ending his reign of terror.
IAAI's website features maps, transcripts and more details into Apple Podcast's ARSON, the story of the search for Thomas Sweat, the DC Serial Arsonist.

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Robert M. Luckett on Crime Binge Podcast
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Author Robert M Luckett Discusses Thomas Sweatt and Solving for X on Crime Binge Podcast on iheartradio.
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Training and Professional Development with Bob Luckett

Mr. Luckett is a professional trainer and speaker, helping to develop those in law enforcement, fire investigations and other emergency skills. Contact Mr. Luckett via email to inquire about availability.

PAST PRESENTATIONS:

Fire Investigation Symposium March 2024
Featured Speaker: Complex Investigations
Maryland State Firemans Connvention June 2022
Will be selling books at the firefighters social Tuesday, June 22nd 6 to 10 pm

DCARI Series#21 DC Serial Arsonist Thomas Sweatt- A Case Study

Bob Luckett and ATF SA Scott Fulkerson provided training to the Dane County Arson Response Initiative. This training is available on youtube (right)

Training and Professional Development with Bob Luckett

Mr. Luckett is a professional trainer and speaker, helping to develop those in law enforcement, fire investigations and other emergency skills. Contact Mr. Luckett via email to inquire about availability.

PAST PRESENTATIONS:

Fire Investigation Symposium March 2024
Featured Speaker: Complex Investigations
Maryland State Firemans Connvention June 2022
Will be selling books at the firefighters social Tuesday, June 22nd 6 to 10 pm