SINCLAIRVILLE – An arrest has been made following an arson investigation.

On July 23 local fire departments, the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office and the Fire Investigation Team responded to a fully involved residential fire located at 38 East Ave. Sinclairville. Preliminary findings suggested the fire was suspicious in nature.

An investigation was conducted and allegedly found that Vicki L Rumsey, 53, of Sinclairville, intentionally set fire to the residence causing the house to sustain heavy damage.

A warrant was issued for third-degree arson. Rumsey did turn herself into the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office where she will be arraigned.