A State Fire Marshal investigation has led to the arrest of a Eunice woman in connection with a house fire that endangered two juveniles, injuring one of them.
Falice Anissa Oglesby, 47, was arrested on Sept.12 and faces multiple charges including two counts of attempted second-degree murder, two counts of cruelty to juveniles, and one count each of aggravated arson, Injury by arson, and obstruction of justice.’
The Eunice Fire Department responded shortly before 2 p.m. on May 5 to a residential fire in the 700 block of South East Street in Eunice. At the time of the fire, two juveniles were inside the home.
Upon request for investigative assistance, State Fire Marshal deputies determined the fire was intentionally set and subsequently identified Oglesby as the suspect. Deputies also found that the residence lacked working smoke alarms.
Department of Public Safety principal assistant, Chief Bryan J Adams, urges all Louisiana residents to protect their homes by ensuring working smoke alarms are installed. The Department’s Operation Save-A-Life program offers free smoke alarms and installation assistance for those in need.
The Office of State Fire Marshal thanks the Eunice Police and Fire Departments for their swift response and crucial support in solving this case.
Anyone with additional information regarding this case or other fire-related crimes is encouraged to contact the SFM Arson Hotline at 1-844-954-1221 or submit an anonymous tip online at lasfm.org.
On Behalf of DPS Principal Assistant, Chief Bryan J. Adams
Contact Information- osfm.publicaffairs@la.gov
