Selkirk RCMP are currently investigating a recent fire that destroyed the Paddlewheel Princess, just north of Selkirk, Manitoba.
On May 9, 2017, at 6:40am, Selkirk RCMP were dispatched to a boat fire on the Red River just north of Selkirk. Upon arrival, officers found the Paddlewheel Princess boat had been destroyed by fire.
RCMP report that there there were no injuries in this incident and that the fire is suspicious in nature.
Anyone with information regarding this fire is asked to contact Selkirk RCMP at 204-482-1222 or Manitoba CrimeStoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477. You can also submit a secure tip online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com or text TIPMAN plus your message to CRIMES(274637).
Selkirk RCMP are working with the Office of the Fire Commissioner on this continuing investigation.
Update
Selkirk RCMP have arrested four male youths and charged them with Arson in relation to the fire that destroyed the Paddlewheel Princess. A 17-year-old male from Lockport, a 17-year-old male from the RM of St. Clements, a 17-year-old male from Selkirk and a 15-year-old male from Selkirk are all facing charges.
