Alleged Arsonist Arrested By Cal-Fire After Fire Near Clear Creek

An arrest has been made for a fire that was started Monday in South Redding. A little after Noon witnesses called 9-1-1 to report that a woman had started a fire in the Clear Creek area, and then fled on foot. 41-year-old Sammilee Arboleya was detained nearby. Cal-Fire Law Enforcement says she admitted to starting the fire. Arboleya is being held without bail for arson, a parole violation and other charges.

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