Rutherford County, TN-- Rutherford County Fire Rescue (RCFR) officials say two individuals have been arrested this week in connection with a house fire that occurred on Friday, February 14, 2020.

Samuel Oliver and Shanna Gilpin were arrested and charged with arson, aggravated burglary, and conspiracy to commit arson following nearly a two-month investigation.

The two were booked into the Rutherford County Jail on Tuesday, April 14, 2020.

Valentine's Day Fire

Just before 9:00 p.m. on February 14, RCFR, Kittrell and Lascassas Volunteer Fire Departments, Rutherford County Emergency Medical Services, and Rutherford County Sheriff's Office responded to a house fire at 6201 Woodbury Pike. The crews arrived to discover heavy fire showing from all sides of the home.

Assistant Fire Marshal/Lieutenant Joshua Sanders said, "It took crews hours to get the fire under control. We are pleased to bring this investigation to a close."