Bay d'Espoir RCMP are investigating three major fires that occurred in the town of Milltown-Bay d'Espoir at approximately 4:40 a.m. this morning.
Police and the volunteer fire department were dispatched to the fires at the Milltown-Bay d'Espoir town hall, the school (Bay d'Espoir Academy) and the Bay d'Espoir RCMP detachment. There have been no known injuries and damages to the buildings are being assessed.
A 48-year-old man from Morrisville, Newfoundland and Labrador has been arrested and is scheduled to appear in Grand Falls-Windsor Provincial Court today. Charges of arson are pending.
Policing services in Milltown-Bay d'Espoir and the surrounding communities will not be affected during this incident but counter service is currently not available. Anyone who requires police assistance can call Bay d'Espoir RCMP at (709) 882-2230 or Harbour Breton RCMP at (709) 885-2320. The Harbour Breton detachment is located at 142 Canada Drive. Police can also be contacted toll-free at 1-800-709-RCMP (7267). For emergencies, call 911.
The investigation is continuing and anyone who may have information is asked to please call the Bay d'Espoir RCMP at (709) 882-2230. To remain anonymous, please contact Crime Stoppers toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), text TIP190 + your message to 'CRIMES' (274637), or at www.nlcrimestoppers.com.