Investigation

Investigation Into House Fire

File Number: 2023-009
Date Opened: 2023-02-27
Date Closed: 2023-12-29

Date Published: 2024-01-24

Province: Nova Scotia

Police Agency: RCMP Nova Scotia

Status: Concluded
Decision: No charges laid

Summary

On February 22, 2023, the RCMP contacted the SiRT regarding a house fire that resulted from an RCMP Emergency Response Team (“ERT”) operation for the arrest of two people. Upon review of the initial information received, the former SiRT Director determined that this was a matter of public interest to be investigated. The SiRT commenced its investigation on February 27, 2023. The investigation concluded on December 29, 2023.

Press Releases

Director's Summary of Investigation