Mounties in the town of Princeton, B.C., said a man was recently arrested on suspicion of starting a fire in the community. First responders were called in for reports of a fire in an “open area” on a residential street on the evening of Aug. 9, the RCMP said in a statement Thursday, adding there was no damage to any property, “With the help of community members, investigators identified a suspect who was arrested,” the statement from police said. “Any activities that escalate wildfire danger are strictly prohibited and will be addressed immediately. In the context of the province-wide state of emergency and the recent evacuations, there will be zero tolerance for any actions that jeopardize public safety.” The man has not been charged and was released from custody with conditions.
