Cops: Greenville woman tried to set sister on fire

A Greenville woman was charged Thursday with attempted murder after deputies said she tried to set her sister on fire after a disagreement.

Levonne Collins, 57, of Blassingame Road, is also charged with third-degree arson, according to warrants.

Deputies responded to Collins’ residence about 3:15 a.m. Thursday in reference to a disturbance and possible arson, the Sheriff’s Office said. When deputies arrived, a woman told them Collins poured kerosene on her and threatened to set her on fire. The sister ran into the bedroom and locked the door, the Sheriff’s Office said.

Collins is accused of pouring kerosene on the door and setting it on fire, according to arrest warrants. Her sister climbed out of the bedroom window and ran to a neighbor’s house, staying until officers arrived, the Sheriff’s Office said.

Officers called the Gantt Fire Department when they arrived and saw smoke coming from the residence.

Collins was arrested and is being held at the Greenville County jail without bond.

Romando Dixson covers crime for The Greenville News. Follow him on Facebook to keep up with crime-related news.