Woman accused of intentionally setting Henrico motel on fire

HENRICO COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) -- A woman is accused of intentionally setting a Henrico County motel on fire Friday afternoon, causing significant damage and displacing multiple guests.

At about 4:10 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 6, crews with the Henrico County Division of Fire were called to the Capitol Inn at 5408 Williamsburg Rd. for report of a structure fire.

When they arrived, they found that the second floor of the motel was burning heavily. Firefighters were able to put out the fire, which officials described as "significant."

The exact number of rooms -- and, subsequently, motel guests -- that were impacted by this fire's damage is not known at this time.

Feb. 6 fire at a Capitol Inn motel in Henrico County. (Photo: Eric Philips/8News)

Feb. 6 fire at a Capitol Inn motel in Henrico County. (Photo: Eric Philips/8News)

Feb. 6 fire at a Capitol Inn motel in Henrico County. (Photo: Eric Philips/8News)

Feb. 6 fire at a Capitol Inn motel in Henrico County. (Photo: Eric Philips/8News)

However, Henrico officials told 8News that Capitol Inn ownership is "working with neighbor establishments to find substitute housing" for those who have been displaced.

No one was hurt, but two people were assessed at the scene for possible smoke inhalation. They were found to be healthy.

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The Henrico Fire Marshal's Office has determined that this fire was intentionally set. A woman, who has not yet been identified by authorities, was taken into custody. She is currently being held at the Henrico Jail.

No additional information is available as of the time of reporting. An update will be provided when possible.