On July 13, 2024, at approximately 11:20 p.m., Drumheller officers on patrol were flagged down by a motorist reporting an ongoing grassfire on Highway 9 part way up the South Hill in Drumheller.
It was further reported that the motorist witnessed unknown persons setting off fireworks causing the fire. The suspects fled the area in a vehicle of unknown description prior to police being notified.
RCMP officers and the Drumheller Fire Department attended the scene extinguishing the fire.
Staff Sergeant Robert Harms of Drumheller RCMP and Fire Chief Derian Rosario of Drumheller Fire Department remind the public that a Fire Restriction is in place due to dry conditions and fireworks are strictly forbidden (see Albertafirebans.ca).
RCMP continue to investigate this matter.
If you have any information regarding this matter or any criminal activity, please contact Drumheller RCMP at 403.823.7590, call 911, or contact your local Police Service. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.