Prosecutors say Ramey is a serial arsonist. “She is an extreme risk to the safety of the community,” prosecutors claim.
She also remains under investigation in the death of 83-year-old James Elliot. Detectives say they found Eliot’s checkbook in Ramey’s truck. On Dec. 31, 2021, Elliot succumbed from asphyxia in a fire at his Rosemount Way home.
Initially, the Rosemount Way fire was thought to be caused by electrical issues. But evidence is mounting that Ramey may have been involved.
James Elliott had lived in his house for over 50 years. And his wife passed away a month before the fire.
Suspected Serial Arsonist pleads not guilty
Ramey originally indicated she was pleading guilty. At her January 31st court appearance, she changed her plea to “not guilty”. Ramey apologized for misunderstanding the charging paperwork. And says she is not responsible for the arsons she is charged with.
She originally was booked on a $3 million bail. The Pierce County Superior Court Judge changed this to $5 million when the prosecutors requested an increase. They claim Ramey may be responsible for Eliot’s death and multiple other arsons in Pierce and King counties.
