July 2nd, 2007, Prince Rupert, BC- At approximately 3:00 am, Monday, July 2nd, the Prince Rupert Fire Department was called to a fire in the 200 block of 1st Ave West, at the construction site of the new Casino. The fire was quickly extinguished by Fire Fighters, limiting the damage that was caused to the building. The RCMP were contacted to investigate the source of the fire.

With assistance from the Prince Rupert Fire Department, an RCMP investigation has been determined that the fire was intentionally set. RCMP investigators have seized evidence to examine it for fingerprints.

Possible arsons are taken very seriously by police, due to the high potential for serious property damage and risk to the safety of the public.

Police are asking for the public's assistance in locating the suspect(s) in this investigation. Anyone that may have seen or heard anything suspicious in the area is asked to contact Cst Richards of the Prince Rupert RCMP at 627-0700. People wanting to remain anonymous can call Crimestoppers at 627-8477. Crimestoppers does not require that you leave your name and you may be eligible for a cash reward.