LDAF says Vernon Parish wildfire was arson, looking for suspect
Authorities are investigating a wildfire in Vernon Parish as arson, according to the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry.
VERNON PARISH, La. (KLFY) -- Authorities are investigating a wildfire in Vernon Parish as arson, according to the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry.
Wildfire investigators with the LDAF Forestry Enforcement Division have determined that the Lions Camp Fire – which threatened multiple residences and grew to 1,204 acres before it was contained – resulted from arson.
LDAF investigators and Vernon Parish Sheriff’s Office detectives are actively investigating this matter.
Investigators urge you to call law enforcement if you or anyone you know has any information regarding this fire. To report an arsonist or information regarding this fire, call the LDAF 24-hour hotline at 1-855-452-5323 or the Vernon Parish Sheriff’s Office at 337-238-1311.
All calls to the LDAF hotline are anonymous, and the Louisiana Forestry Association is offering up to a $2,000 cash reward for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the crime.