ORGAS, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Boone County woman was arrested on Wednesday for her involvement in a house fire over the summer.
According to the Boone County Sheriff’s Office, in July of this year, Boone County Deputies were on road patrols in the Orgas area. when they witnessed a house fire.
Upon witnessing this incident, the necessary resources were attained and responders made their way to the scene.
An investigation into the nature of the blaze ensued and, as a result of this investigation, a criminal warrant was obtained for a suspect believed to have been involved.
This warrant was executed on Monday, November 6, 2023, and Boone County Deputies facilitated the arrest of Loretta Lynn Walker – 41 years old of Orgas, WV.
Walker was located by law enforcement walking along Prenter road in Boone County and faces charges of First Degree Arson.
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