Springdale RCMP investigates suspicious fire of camper trailer and seeks public’s assistance

May 19, 2023
Springdale, Newfoundland and Labrador

News release

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The remains of a camper trailer that was destroyed by fire are pictured during a bright day, parked in a gravel area.

Springdale RCMP is investigating a suspicious fire that destroyed a camper trailer near Ward's Harbour in the community of Beaumont North on Long Island.

The fire occurred on the morning of May 16, 2023, while the trailer was parked unattended on Quinton's Road. Firefighters with Long Island Fire Department attended the scene to extinguish the blaze. The trailer, a 2011 KZ travel trailer, was completely destroyed.

The investigation in continuing.

Anyone having information about the fire or suspicious activities leading up to it is asked to contact Springdale RCMP at 709-673-3864 or, to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers: #SayItHere 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com or use the P3Tips app.

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Contact information

Strategic Communications and Media Relations Unit
RCMP NL
rcmp.nl.media-medias.tnl.grc@rcmp-grc.gc.ca

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