Natchitoches man arrested after body found in home during fire investigation
Louisiana State Fire Marshal's Office
Ronald Griffith
and last updated 2021-02-24 16:00:39-05
The State Fire Marshalâs Office (SFM) has arrested a Natchitoches man for living with the body of a roommate for several months.
Ronald Griffith, 58, was booked into the Natchitoches Parish Jail on February 21 on one count of Unlawful Disposal of Remains. Additional charges are possible.
SFM
Around 10:45 a.m., Natchitoches Fire District #6 responded to a report of a trailer fire located in the 1900 block of Highway 6. Firefighters requested the SFMâs assistance with the investigation following the discovery of a body that appeared to have been dead prior to the fire. The body of a pet dog was also located inside of the residence.