An update has been made in the wake of the Jackson St. fire reported on Tuesday, Feb. 25. 

AFD dispatched three engine companies, one district chief’s unit and a fire investigator to the scene on 1404 Jackson St.

Upon arrival, fire crews saw smoke emanating from the attic area of the structure. Within 20 minutes of arrival, the crews brought the fire under control.

Investigators determined that the fire was set intentionally. The investigation led to the arrest of Rayanne Elizabeth Vicknair, 27, who was subsequently booked on simple arson into the Rapides Parish Detention Center 1.