Inverness County District RCMP investigating two suspected arsons, requesting public assistance

July 16, 2026 - Inverness County, Nova Scotia
From: Nova Scotia RCMP

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Inverness County District RCMP is investigating two suspected arsons, which are believed to be related, and is requesting information from the public to support the investigations.

On July 2, at approximately 3:30 a.m., Inverness County District RCMP and fire services were dispatched to a structure fire in the 1200 block of Cenotaph Rd. in West Bay Centre. Upon arrival, the home was fully engulfed in flames and sustained significant damage before the fire was extinguished. The sole occupant of the home was able to exit without injury.

On July 14, at approximately 12 p.m., Inverness County District RCMP learned of a potential arson that had occurred earlier that morning in Malagawatch. An abandoned home in the 8300 block of Marble Mountain Rd. had been destroyed by fire before fire services could extinguish the flames. 

Both fires have been deemed suspicious and the investigations are ongoing.

Investigators are requesting information from the public related to a red sedan, driven by a man, near the home in West Bay Centre at the time of the July 2 fire. They’re also looking to speak with anyone who may have seen suspicious activity in the areas or who may have information related to the fires.

“We’re exploring the possibility the fires were acts of vigilantism and cautioning the public that these acts are being investigated fully and have serious consequences,” says Sgt. Lance Wood, Inverness County District RCMP.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Inverness County District RCMP at 902-625-2220. To remain anonymous, call Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers, toll-free, at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or use the P3 Tips app.

File #: 2026-921511, 2026-995230

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