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Transient arrested for arson

By Sara Beth Williams–
A late-night vegetation fire near a gas station on the corner of Antelope Road and Sunrise Boulevard was determined to be arson, according to officials.

According to the Citrus Heights Police Department, a bush on fire was reported to police on the south side of the Circle K gas station just before 11 p.m. on Sunday, June 1. The area is frequently occupied by transients, Sgt. Ryan Smith with the Citrus Heights Police Department said Monday. Witnesses at the scene reported seeing a female transient ignite the fire and positively identified her to officers when they arrived.

Police arrested the woman, identified as 29-year-old Jennifer Woodhall, on charges of arson. According to officers, Woodhall was found in possession of matches and lighters and was unable to provide a “plausible explanation for her actions.”

Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District crews extinguished the flames, which threatened at least two businesses, including the gas station and Leatherby’s Family Creamery.

No injuries were reported, and no additional suspects were involved, according to Smith. Sacramento Main Jail records show Woodhall is still in custody.