Puerto Rican arson triggers federal search of St. Louis area home [Video]

ST. LOUIS — An arson investigation underway in Puerto Rico has local ties to the St. Louis region.

A St. Peters woman is accused of setting three businesses on fire in Puerto Rico. 5 On Your Side is not naming the woman because she has not officially been charged with a crime. 

However, ATF confirmed to 5 On Your Side that federal officials executed a search warrant at the woman’s home in St. Peters on Tuesday morning. Now-viral video circulation on social media showed the woman being escorted out of her home by federal officials. 

“She’s not under arrest and what the video shows is her being removed, as they executed a search warrant,” ATF spokesperson Lisa Storey said. “ATF is assisting authorities in Puerto Rico, as they continue their arson investigation.”

The fire burned down three businesses, including a restaurant/bar, hotel, and souvenir shop that are all family-owned. The businesses were located in the Cabo …