Easterville — Update – Chemawawin RCMP make arrest in morning arson

Source: Royal Canadian Mounted Police

On June 24, Chemawawin RCMP charged Lavern Chartrand, 20, with Arson and Fail to Comply with Probation.

She was remanded into custody for a court appearance scheduled for today in The Pas.

Chemawawin RCMP continue to investigate.


On June 24, 2024, at approximately 5:35 am, Chemawawin RCMP received a report of a structure fire at the nursing station in the community.

Officers attended the scene and found the building engulfed in flames. No injuries were reported.

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

RCMP have arrested a 20-year-old female for arson who remains in police custody.

Chemawawin RCMP continue to investigate.