Grand Falls-Windsor RCMP Arrest One Following Arson

The RCMP in Grand Falls-Windsor have arrested a 22-year-old man following an arson at a residence in Botwood.

On Friday morning, police received a report of a house fire in Botwood that was intentionally set while the occupants of the home, two adults and two children, were inside.

All occupants were able to escape the fire without injury.

Damage to the home is extensive.

Fire and Emergency Services have been engaged.

The investigation is continuing and criminal charges are pending.