RCMP investigating suspicious fire that destroyed New Brunswick bridge

New Brunswick RCMP say a fire that destroyed a wooden walking bridge on rue du Moulin in Inkerman, N.B. is considered suspicious.

They are now asking for the public’s help in their ongoing investigation, which is being carried out by the Fire Marshal’s office.

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Fire crews and RCMP responded to the fire at approximately 3:15 p.m. on Thursday.

The Inkerman bridge was used by the public for walking, cycling and is also used by ATV and snowmobile drivers.

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RCMP are urging anyone with information about the incident to contact them at (506) 726-5222 or by calling Crime Stoppers.