Structure Fire in Boone

On August 8^th, 2023, the Boone Fire Department and Boone Police responded to a structure fire at 576 Queen Street.  During the investigation, it was determined a dispute had taken place prior to the fire.  As a result of the investigation, Margaret Hawkinson, 39, of Boone, was charged with Felony First Degree Arson. Mrs. Hawkinson was arrested and is being held under a domestic violence hold.  Mrs. Hawkinson has a first appearance scheduled for 9/22/2023.