Channel-Port aux Basques — Channel-Port aux Basques RCMP investigates suspected residential arson in South Branch

Source: Royal Canadian Mounted Police

Channel-Port aux Basques RCMP is investigating a suspected arson that occurred on the evening of November 5, 2023, at an unoccupied residence in South Branch.

The house, located on Old Station Road, had not been lived in for a number of years and was completely destroyed by fire.

The investigation is continuing.

Anyone having information on the fire or suspicious activities in the area around the time of the fire is asked to contact Channel-Port aux Basques RCMP at 709-695-2149 or, to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers: #SayItHere 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com or use the P3Tips app.