RCMP investigating suspicious fires in Roddickton

    Friday, 7 July 2023 16:00

    By Tonya Organ

    The most recent suspicious fire occurred shortly before 4:30 a.m. yesterday when police were dispatched to a shed fire on Cloud Drive.

    Roddickton RCMP is looking for the public’s help after a number of suspicious fires in the town over the past few months.  Police are asking residents to report any suspicious activities in the community, especially those that occur during the early morning hours. The most recent suspicious fire occurred shortly before 4:30 a.m. yesterday when police were dispatched to a shed fire on Cloud Drive. The shed, which was completely destroyed by the fire, backs on to a frequently used trail. Anyone having knowledge of this incident or suspicious activity leading up to the fire, including the availability of surveillance footage, is asked to contact Roddickton RCMP at 709-457-2468 or, 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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