RCMP seek help to identify man in alleged RV arson

Suspect in connection to RV arson in Grand Bay-Westfield, N.B. (Source: Grand Bay-Westfield RCMP)

Grand Bay-Westfield RCMP is seeking help from the public following a suspected arson.

The RCMP received a report of a recreational vehicle (RV) on fire on Dec. 16, 2024, between 3:30 a.m. and 4:00 a.m.

The RV was at a business on Highland Road in Grand Bay-Westfield, N.B.

“When police arrived, a total of 6 RVs were burning. Through the investigation, it was determined that an individual had unlawfully gained access to a storage facility and intentionally set fire to one RV. Subsequently, 5 adjacent trailers were burnt to the ground,” reads a news release from the New Brunswick RCMP.

Police say no one was injured and the RVs were unoccupied at the time.

The suspect is described as average height and weight. At the time of the incident, he was wearing a unique orange and black jacket with a blue hoodie underneath.

He fled the scene in a 2013 or newer model Dodge Ram 1500 crew cab truck. The truck has a chrome logo on the tailgate and black rims.

Police are releasing video surveillance footage photos of the suspect and truck in hopes someone may recognize them.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Grand Bay-Westfield RCMP at 506-757-1029.

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