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By Michael Reeve

MOLOTOV COCKTAIL

Kamloops RCMP investigating suspected molotov cocktail thrown at North Shore home

Mar 28, 2024 | 5:01 PM

KAMLOOPS — Kamloops Mounties are investigating after a suspected molotov cocktail was thrown at a North Shore home Thursday (March 28) morning.

Just after 4:15 a.m., Kamloops police were called to the 200-block of Spruce Avenue, where a person had heard a loud banging outside, then discovered a fire on their deck.

“The resident was able to quickly put out the fire with an extinguisher, then call police after locating what was described as a molotov cocktail,” said Corporal Crystal Evelyn, Kamloops RCMP Detachment spokesperson. “Luckily, no one was injured during this concerning incident, although there was some damage to the house’s deck and exterior.”

Multiple police officers attended the area, including the Police Dog Service Unit and a Kamloops RCMP Detachment fire investigator.

Several similar incendiary devices were located in the yard and the alley it backs onto.

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“Investigators are asking anyone in the area, including those who live on streets neighbouring the alleyway, to please check their security and dash camera video to see if it captured any movement that could be related to this incident,” said Cpl. Evelyn.

Those who witnessed or have information are asked to please contact the Kamloops RCMP.