A house fire earlier last month is now being investigated as arson by Neepawa RCMP.
On October 10, Neepawa RCMP responded to a house fully engulfed in flames on 2nd Ave in the town of Riding Mountain. The house was empty and there were no injuries.
An investigation has led police to suspect arson.
RCMP say that two suspects were seen in the yard of where the fire occurred between 10:36 pm and 11:28 pm that night. The suspects are seen moving around the yard and close to the house, and appear to be trying to hide.
During this time several flashes of flames are seen, coming from the west side of the home.
At 11:28 pm, the two suspects are seen leaving the area, walking east on 2nd Avenue.
The RCMP is asking the public for their assistance in this matter. If you have any information on these suspects, or this incident, please call Neepawa RCMP at 204-476-7340, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477, or secure tip online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com.
