Jackson Resident Tamekia Tomsiano Arrested on Multiple Felony Arson Charges Following Residential and Vehicle Fires

Jackson Fire Department arrests Tamekia Tomsiano for multiple felony arson counts involving residential structures and a vehicle on Queen Mary Lane.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 23, 2026, 8:59 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from WLOX

Arson Investigation Leads to South Mississippi Arrest

The Jackson Fire Department successfully concluded a targeted investigation on Wednesday with the arrest of a local woman linked to several suspicious fires. According to Chief of Investigations Charles Felton, the department’s Arson Division identified Tamekia Tomsiano as the primary suspect in a string of dangerous incidents that occurred across different city locations. The arrest highlights a swift response from fire investigators to address a perceived threat to public safety involving the deliberate destruction of property through fire.

Multiple Charges Filed for Queen Mary Lane Incidents

The bulk of the allegations against Tomsiano stem from her actions at a specific property located at 5443 Queen Mary Lane. Authorities report that the suspect intentionally set multiple fires at this address, targeting both the primary structure and a vehicle stationed on the premises. Due to the severity of the damage and the nature of the residential property involved, the Arson Division has leveled both first-degree and third-degree felony arson charges against her, reflecting the varied legal classifications of the property she is accused of compromising.

Westwick Apartments Targeted in Alleged Fire Spree

Beyond the single-family residence on Queen Mary Lane, the investigation expanded to include a separate incident at a local multi-family housing development. Fire officials confirmed that Tomsiano is also accused of setting a fire at the Westwick Apartments, located on Flag Chapel Road. This secondary site adds a significant layer to the criminal complaint, suggesting a pattern of behavior that extended beyond a single target and potentially endangered a higher density of residents within the apartment complex.