Condo fire that killed dog was intentionally set, officials say

The fire at an Alexandria condominium that killed a dog was intentionally set, according to Fairfax County fire and rescue officials.

Authorities said 38-year-old Lavina Herbert is charged with burning of an occupied building and animal cruelty for allegedly setting fire in a condominium at 3853 Tiburon Place, where she lived. The blaze was set shortly after 4:30 p.m. on Friday.

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