Who Is Viola Liu? Bikini-Wearing Woman Accused Of Starting Fire

Viola Liu is a 43-year-old woman from Fremont, California. Police have accused Liu of starting a fire while wearing a bikini.

Police Found Woman In Bikini Near Site Of Fire. “On Wednesday morning deputies responded to the area of the Aspen Creek Tract near Echo Summit for a report of a wildland fire. Deputies arrived and contacted fire personnel who directed them to a likely arson suspect on scene. Deputies contacted the adult female potential suspect, who was dressed in only a bikini top and bottom and was covered in scratches and soot. The female later admitted to starting the fire, which was corroborated by other evidence in the investigation.” [El Dorado County Sheriff]

Viola Liu Arrested After Fire Incident. “43-year-old Viola Liu from Fremont was arrested and later booked in the El Dorado County Jail for Arson (PC 451(C)), possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, and resisting/obstructing a peace officer.” [El Dorado County Sheriff]

Police: Liu Admitted Starting Fire. “Liu, 43, of Fremont, later admitted to starting the fire in the area of the Aspen Creek Tract near Echo Summit, which was corroborated by other evidence in the investigation, sheriff’s officials said.” [LA Times]

Photo Of Fire Connected To Viola Liu Arrest