Island Lake RCMP investigate arson, thousands in damage

Island Lake, Manitoba – On September 13, 2023, at approximately 6:05 am, Island Lake RCMP received a report of an arson in the parking lot of the First Nation Safety Officer’s (FNSO) building, in St. Theresa Point First Nation.

 Island Lake RCMP received a report of an arson in the parking lot of the First Nation Safety Officer's (FNSO) building, in St. Theresa Point First Nation.
Island Lake RCMP received a report of an arson in the parking lot of the First Nation Safety Officer’s (FNSO) building, in St. Theresa Point First Nation.

It was reported that a FNSO truck was set on fire and it had spread to a second vehicle. Two snowmobiles and the building also sustained damage.

Officers attended and with the assistance of the FNSO’s, a suspect was identified.

Dan Taylor, 42, was arrested and charged with two counts of Arson and three counts of Mischief. He was remanded into custody.

Island Lake RCMP

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