Bay St. George RCMP looking into a truck fire in Piccadilly

    Tuesday, 18 February 2025 07:00

    By Tonya Organ

    Police were called to the parking lot of the Our Lady of Fatima catholic church on Main Street shortly after 12:30 Monday morning.

    Bay St. George RCMP are looking for the public’s help after a vehicle fire in Piccadilly. Police were called to the parking lot of the Our Lady of Fatima catholic church on Main Street shortly after 12:30 Monday morning. Cpl Jolene Garland says a truck was on fire and while the blaze was put out by firefighters, the vehicle was destroyed. Evidence suggests that the fire was intentionally set.  A set of footprints was observed in the snow that led from the vehicle and continued into a wooded area behind the church.  The footprints eventually led back onto the Main Road where it is believed the suspect was picked up by a motorist. Bay St. George RCMP asks area residents to check for any possible surveillance footage and to report any suspicious activities around the time of the arson.  

    The investigation is continuing.

    Anyone having knowledge of this crime is asked to contact Bay St. George RCMP at 709-643-2118.  To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers: #SayItHere 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com or use the P3Tips app.

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