Stephenville — Bay St. George RCMP investigates residential arson in Boswarlos, man arrested

Source: Royal Canadian Mounted Police

A 41-year-old man was arrested on July 27, 2024, by Bay St. George RCMP in relation to a residential arson that occurred in Boswarlos.

Shortly before 4:00 a.m. on Saturday, police received a report of a fire at an unoccupied residence on Main Street. At the scene, the man, who failed to identify himself, was arrested for arson. He was later identified and is set to appear in court in September, 2024. The structure was a total loss.