Trial canceled for Stevens Point arson suspect

The trial for Eric Blum, a 24-year-old man accused of setting fire to a rental home in Stevens Point, has been canceled. Blum faces felony charges of arson and recklessly endangering safety following a 2024 incident involving a property occupied by fraternity members. He remains free on a $100,000 cash bond with strict conditions, including a curfew and travel restrictions, while awaiting further court scheduling.