On March 9, 2024, at approximately 8:10 pm, Gods Lake Narrows RCMP received a report of a house on fire behind the Band Office in Gods Lake Narrows. When officers arrived on scene, the house was completely engulfed. Nobody was believed to be in the building.
When the fire was out, the scene was contained and it was determined that the house had been empty when the fire broke out. Nobody was injured. It was also determined that three youths were seen in the vicinity of the house at the time the fire started.
RCMP patrolled the area and located a 16-year-old individual who was involved in setting the fire. They were taken into custody and charged with Arson and Obstruct Peace Officer.
Police continue to look for two other youth suspects. If you have information, please call Gods Lake Narrows RCMP at 204-335-2260, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477, or secure tip online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com.
