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Since Mid February

Maskwacis RCMP investigating series of house fires at Samson Townsite

Mar 23, 2022 | 1:21 PM

Maskwacis RCMP are asking for the public’s help with any information regarding several house fires over the past month, they believe were acts of arson.

Beginning in the middle of February, Maskwacis RCMP say they responded to seven residential house fires at the Samson Townsite. Thankfully, the houses set ablaze were abandoned, according to police. However, Mounties believe they were intentionally set.

Maskwacis RCMP request that if you are aware of any suspicious activity around the times of the fires or saw people walking outside at the time, particularly in the Samson Townsite, to call Maskwacis RCMP at (780) 585-4600 or your local police.

If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1 (800) 222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.