RCMP have confirmed they have laid charges in a case that goes back to the end of January.
On Jan. 23, 2018, crews were called to the Genesis Place building on East Lake Boulevard in Airdrie after a fire was reported.
After investigating, crews determined a fire was intentionally set in a waste bin inside the northeast corner of the recreational centre.
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According to a news release Saturday, RCMP said they have arrested a 14-year-old boy from Airdrie and charged him with arson. His identity is protected under the provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act.
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Police said they were able to gather evidence from security video in the building.
“Having access to high-quality video surveillance was a big help in solving this crime,” Const. Dan Martin said.
Officials estimate the cost of damage from the fire to be around $29,000.
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