Third fire in Chepstow area in 5 weeks leads to arrest and charges of arson

PEI RCMP charged a 26-year-old Chepstow area man with arson following a 9-1-1 call.

On Saturday, September 7, 2024 just before 3:00 a.m. PEI RCMP and Souris Fire Department responded to a 9-1-1 call of a fire reported to be burning at a structure on Route 16. At the scene a 26-year-old Chepstow area man was arrested and charged with arson.

RCMP continue to investigate two other suspicious fires in the same area that had occurred in recent weeks. The investigation into this most recent incident is ongoing.

The man was taken to the Provincial Corrections Centre where he was held until a bail hearing could be arranged. He was subsequently released on conditions and will appear in Georgetown court on September 12, 2024.