Suspected Arson At Olds Association For Community Living Being Investigated By RCMP

Mounties are investigating a suspected arson in Uptowne Olds.

Olds RCMP and the Olds Fire Department were called to a structure fire at the Olds Association for Community Living at about 10:30pm on Friday, April 19th.

Upon arrival, police say it was determined that the building had been unlawfully entered. According to Olds RCMP, there was a vehicle on fire in the garage and the building was also spray painted.

The fire is considered to be suspicious following an appearance by the Fire Investigator.

Olds RCMP say a youth was located close to the scene, but was detained and later released without charges.

Police point out that the investigation continues and anyone with information can contact the Olds RCMP Detachment, your local police, or CRIMESTOPPERS at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

Galen Hartviksen
Galen Hartviksen
Straight outta northwestern Ontario, Galen moved from his hometown of Thunder Bay to Alberta in 1998. After graduating from the broadcasting program at Mount Royal College (Class of 2003), it was off to the Town of Olds for the launch of the independent radio station (CAB-K Broadcasting). A fan of all seasons, Galen has been News Director & the voice of the Alberta Junior Hockey League's Olds Grizzlys on 96.5 CKFM/ROCK 104.5 for two decades and in 2024 he was excited to have the opportunity to join the team at Vista Radio and My Mountain View Now.

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