Suspect Arrested After Fire Damages Northern Rockies RCMP Detachment

A fire set along the exterior wall of the Northern Rockies RCMP detachment caused exterior damage and smoke infiltration into the building on Thursday, May 22. The fire, which was discovered during business hours, forced a temporary evacuation as smoke filled the air intake system. A witness who saw the suspect set the fire captured an image of him fleeing the scene. Police quickly identified the suspect and arrested him after a brief foot chase. Thankfully, the fire was extinguished before it could cause significant damage, and no one was injured despite staff being inside at the time. The RCMP has taken over the investigation, with North District GIS handling the case. The suspect may face multiple charges, though details remain limited as the investigation continues. The quick response and evacuation likely prevented a more serious incident.