Suspicious fires at Siksika churches

By Gleichen RCMP

At 12:30 a.m. on June 28, Gleichen RCMP responded to complaint of a possible structure fire at the Siksika First Nation Catholic Church. 

The Siksika Fire Department was able to put out the fire before any significant structural damage was caused. No one was in the church at the time of the incident, and no one was injured as a result of the fire. 

The provincial fire investigator and the Gleichen RCMP continue to investigate.

The next day, June 29, Gleichen RCMP responded to complaint of structure fire at the Siksika Anglican Church.

Upon attending the location, a broken window was located. An attempt was made to start a fire inside, however, it was unsuccessful. The suspect(s) fled the scene prior to police arrival.  

Fire crews did not attend the scene, and Gleichen RCMP continue to investigate the incident.

Gleichen RCMP are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying person(s) responsible. If you have information on this crime you are asked to contact the Gleichen RCMP at 403-734-3923, or your local police. If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.