Suspected Fawn Fire arsonist to be examined by doctors for mental health

  • Source: KHSL-TV CBS 12 Chico
  • Published: 10/05/2021 11:54 AM

The woman accused of arson and setting the Fawn Fire was back before a judge Tuesday morning. The judge agreed to move back her preliminary hearing granting 30-year-old Alexandra Souverneva of Palo Alto more time because she has a new attorney. That attorney, former Tehama County District Attorney Gregg Cohen, said she will be examined by doctors to determine her mental stability. “She does need to see and meet with one or two psychiatrists,” Cohen said. “She's being treated in jail right now with mental health concerns.” Souverneva is facing a felony arson charge with enhancements because the fire started during a state of emergency. She could face up to nine years in state prison if convicted. Investigators said she claims to have been trying to boil drinking water when the fire sparked.



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