Police Seek Tips on Suspicious Fire

RCMP are looking to talk to any witnesses to a suspicious fire a couple of weeks ago in Vernon’s downtown.

“During the early morning hours of April 14th, 2019, Vernon North Okanagan RCMP responded to a suspicious fire, which appeared to be pallets burning, located in the 2900 block of 31st street, Vernon. Upon the officers arrival, a male was attempting to extinguish the fire, however prior to police being able to speak to that person, he left the area,” says Cst. Kelly Brett

Brett says other witnesses at the site advised police the male left the area driving a BMW.

“The Vernon North Okanagan RCMP are looking to speak to this male to gather further information for their investigation at this time,” says Brett.