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Suspect arrested in residential arson

Darpan News Desk Coquitlam RCMP, 17 Feb, 2023 11:48 AM

Coquitlam RCMP officers responded to a residential fire on Keith Place near Parkland Drive in Coquitlam on Thursday shortly before 11:30 p.m.

The homeowners were not inside the residence when the fire started. Coquitlam Fire and Rescue were able to safely evacuate the family dog, who suffered minor injuries during the incident.

The fire spread to two adjacent properties, which sustained damage cause by the incident.

We would like to thank Coquitlam Fire and Rescue for their assistance in this investigation, said Sergeant Karrie Ellis of the Criminal Investigation Department. They were able to safely rescue the family dog.

Mounties have located and arrested the suspect. The fire was believed to be intentionally set by a person known to the occupants. Police do not believe there is any ongoing threat to the general public.

The suspect remains in custody pending their court appearance.

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