N.S. RCMP investigating suspicious death of someone found dead inside a home on fire

The RCMP logo is seen at a news conference in St. John's on June 24, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld

By The Canadian Press

Posted Jan 12, 2025 12:29:38 PM.

Last Updated Jan 12, 2025 12:31:17 PM.

CENTREVILLE, N.S. — Nova Scotia RCMP are investigating a suspicious death after someone was found dead in a home that was engulfed in flames.

Police say early Saturday morning, the Kentville Volunteer Fire Department and RCMP responded to a house fire in Centreville, N.S.

First responders extinguished the blaze, and a person was located deceased inside the home.

Police say based on the initial evidence gathered, both the death and the fire are suspicious.

RCMP did not release the name or any details about the person who died.

The investigation is being led by the RCMP’s major crime unit, and police are asking anyone with information to come forward.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Jan. 12, 2025.

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