Toddler swing set on fire in apparent Lake Country arson

LAKE COUNTRY – Yesterday someone intentionally set a toddler swing on fire in a local park and police are looking for answers.

According to a release from Central Okanagan Crime Stoppers, a witness saw two people running from a small fire at Beasley Park on Feb. 22 just after 9 p.m.

RCMP and Lake Country Fire Rescue responded to the fire and found only the frame left on a toddler swing.

If you know anything about this crime, call the Central Okanagan Crime Stoppers anonymous tips line at 1-800-222-TIPS or visit them online. Information will be kept confidential and could lead to a reward of up to $2,000.00.

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