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RCMP investigate 5 arsons in central N.B. community

RCMP are investigating after several fires were set in a central New Brunswick community.

First responders were called to Arbeau Settlement, near Blackville, around 1:20 a.m. Saturday.

Investigators say one cottage, two sheds and two vehicles were deliberately set on fire on Brophy Road.

No one was hurt and the investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Blackville RCMP at 506-843-9400 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.


  • Brad Perry is an award-winning news anchor and reporter and a 2013 graduate of the NBCC journalism program. Based in New Brunswick, he is also the assistant national news director for Acadia Broadcasting. Contact Brad at perry.brad@radioabl.ca.

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