The Nishnawbe Aski Nation Police are investigating a couple of cases of arson on Kasabonika Lake First Nation.
One involved the community church, which was completely destroyed.
An on-duty officer noticed the blaze Sunday morning around 7 am.
Community firefighters responded to the blaze with a water truck in an attempt to extinguish the fire.
Despite those firefighting efforts, the church was completely lost to the fire.
Arson is being investigated as a possible cause.
Earlier that morning, a construction trailer was set on fire.
A suspect was identified and arrested later that day.
A 21-year-old man faces three charges in connection to the fire, which is believed to have caused in excess of $5,000 damage.
He’s been charged with:
- Arson – Disregard for Human Life
- Arson – Damage to Property
- Mischief Over $5,000
He appeared in bail court yesterday on the charges and was remanded into custody with a future appearance date.
