On the early morning of Tuesday July 18th 2017, at approximately 2:50 a.m., the Winnipegosis RCMP, along with the Waterhen Fire Department, were dispatched to a report of a fire at the Waterhen School situated at 138 Main Street, in Waterhen Manitoba.

Upon arrival at the School, the Fire Department found the rear door to the gym on fire. Smoke, fire, and water damage, occurred as a result of the blaze.

Further investigation revealed that the fire had been deliberately set.

The Winnipegosis RCMP are requesting your assistance in identifying the individual(s) responsible for starting the fire.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the Winnipegosis RCMP Detachment at (204) 656-7003, or submit a tip.