On December 16, 2023, at approximately 3:25 am, Thompson RCMP responded to a report of a residential fire at a property located on Wolf Street in Thompson.

Upon arrival, officers observed extensive damage to the property as the fire department continued to extinguish the blaze. No injuries were reported.

In speaking with the 24-year-old male occupant, it was determined that he had an outstanding Warrant of Arrest out of Winnipeg. He was taken into custody without incident.

As a result of the preliminary investigation, the cause of the fire was determined to be arson. 

The continuing investigation led to the re-arrest of the 24-year-old male occupant for arson. Randall Redhead, 24, was remanded into custody for a court appearance scheduled December 18, 2023, in Thompson.

Thompson RCMP continue to investigate.