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Northern Rockies
2025-05-23 12:04 PDT
File # 2025-1121
On Thursday, May 22, 2025 a fire was allegedly set along the exterior wall of the local RCMP detachment which resulted in damage to the exterior of the building.
The fire caused some exterior damage to the building and the air intake/air conditioner pulled a considerable amount of smoke inside the building, resulting in the temporary evacuation of the building.
A witness reported a man starting a fire on the side of the detachment. The witness was able to obtain a photograph of the suspect male fleeing on foot from the area. Police recognized the person depicted in the photo and he was arrested after a brief foot pursuit.
The fire was quickly extinguished preventing further damage to the building. This could have been much worse as the fire happened during business hours while office staff were present. Thankfully everyone got out safely said Sgt Christian Drabosenig, NCO i/c Northern Rockies RCMP.
This could have been much worse as the fire happened during business hours while office staff were present. Thankfully everyone got out safely
North District GIS has conduct of the matter and the suspect could face multiple charges as the investigation continues. While no further details are available at this time, more information may be released as it becomes available.
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Email: madonna.saunderson@rcmp-grc.gc.ca
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