West Valley investigators say a woman ignited a house fire in an attempt to kill her mother. Kathie Thomas, 64, died in the fire. Police arrested Loralie Thomas on charges of aggravated murder and aggravated arson. Authorities are still investigating how Loralie started the fire. Six people were in the house when the flames began. One man was found sleeping in the basement, according to West Valley Fire Battalion Chief Jeff Fox.
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