RCMP seeking public’s help following suspicious fire

February 23, 2026 - Sainte-Cécile, New Brunswick
From: New Brunswick RCMP

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The Lamèque RCMP is seeking the public's help in connection with a suspicious fire in Sainte-Cécile, N.B.

On February 21, 2026, at approximately 8:33 p.m., members of the Lamèque RCMP and the Lamèque Fire Department responded to a report of a structure fire on La Croix Road, in Sainte-Cécile, N.B. 

Through the investigation, the New Brunswick Office of the Fire Marshal determined that the fire had been intentionally set. No one was injured at the time of the incident.

An RCMP Remote Piloted Aircraft Operator attended the scene. Some fresh snowmobile tracks were discovered in the vicinity.

Anyone with information that could help further the investigation is asked to contact the Lamèque RCMP at 506-344-2006. Information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), by downloading the secure P3 Mobile App, or by Secure Web Tips at www.crimenb.ca.

The investigation is ongoing.

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