Louisiana Man Arrested for Aggravated Arson After Allegedly Setting Fire to a Home with A Person Inside and Killing a Pet

The Louisiana State Fire Marshal’s Office (LASFM) reported on May 31, 2022, that they had arrested a Shreveport man for allegedly setting fire to a home that had one person inside at the time of the fire, resulting in the death of a family pet.

The Jonesville Fire Department responded to a report of a house fire in the 700 block of Pollard Avenue in the early morning hours of May 27. A female resident who was inside at the time of the fire was able to escape unharmed. Unfortunately, a pet dog perished in the fire. Deputies determined the fire started on the outside of the front door and was intentionally set after inspecting the scene.

Clint Jones, 49, of Shreveport, Louisiana, was arrested on one count of Aggravated Arson on May 27.

Deputies discovered Jones was at the home shortly before the fire to visit one of the residents and was detained at the scene for allegedly interfering with first responders. Witness statements led deputies to identify Jones as a suspect in the case, and after an interview, a warrant for Jones’ arrest in connection with the case was obtained.

The Louisiana State Fire Marshal’s Office expressed gratitude to the Jonesville Police Department for their assistance in quickly resolving this case.