New Orleans Fire Department investigating Seventh Ward arson

Published
January 23, 2026
Location
New Orleans, Louisiana
St. Bernard Avenue and N. Villere Street
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Incident type
Fire

Summary

Vehicle Fire New Orleans Louisiana in New Orleans, Louisiana: An intentional arson occurred at a two-story, wood frame building in the Seventh Ward, New Orleans, on Tuesday night. The fire was reported at the intersection of St. Bernard Avenue and N. Villere Street. No injuries were reported, and four individuals escaped. The New Orleans Fire Department is investigating, offering a $2,500 crimestoppers reward. This incident is part of a larger string of arsons in the Bywater area, where a suspect was arrested.

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New Orleans Fire Department investigating Seventh Ward arson

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