The Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry (LDAF) investigated a fire Saturday, August 24, that broke out at LA Highway 465, north of Simpson.  A logging crew working in the area had left work on August 23.  While they were absent, a fire broke out on several pieces of equipment and some timber.  One skidder was destroyed, and another skidder and a loader were damaged. The timber also burned.  The total value of the losses was over $500,000.

LDAF fire crews, Vernon Parish volunteer units and Vernon Parish Sheriff’s deputies were involved in the evening.  LDAF Investigators deemed arson was the cause of the fires.  If you have any information about this crime, contact the LDAF at 855-452-5323 or the VPSO at 337-238-1311.