Wood Buffalo RCMP investigate arson – suspect sought

October 5, 2026 - Fort McMurray, Alberta
From: Alberta RCMP

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Fort McMurray, Alta – On Sept. 30, 2026, at approximately 9:15 p.m. Wood Buffalo RCMP responded to a report of an arson at the Syncrude Athletic Park located on Cartier Road in the Timberlea neighbourhood of Fort McMurray. Upon police arrival they observed construction signs had been set on fire in the dugout. The RMWB Fire Department were on scene and reported no damage to the dugout and the fire was nearly out when they arrived.  

Photos of the dugout were obtained by police. 

Wood Buffalo RCMP continue to investigate and is asking anyone who has information regarding this incident to contact police at 780-788-4040 or 310-RCMP (7267). 

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