ARSON

Cornwall, ON – On June 4, 2024, members of the Cornwall Police Service were dispatched to the area of Legion Ball Park on Bergeron Drive in relation to a fire at the baseball diamonds. An investigation ensued.

As a result of the investigation, five youths were arrested.

• A 14-year-old Cornwall youth was charged with arson - damage to property
• A 14-year-old Cornwall youth was charged with arson - damage to property
• A 15-year-old Cornwall youth was charged with arson - damage to property
• A 16-year-old Cornwall youth was charged with arson - damage to property
• A 17-year-old Cornwall youth was charged with arson - damage to property

It is alleged on June 4, 2024, the youths attended the Legion Ball Park and set fire in the area of the batting cage.

The five individuals were located, taken into custody and each charged accordingly. The youths were released to appear in court at a later date.

Their names were not released as per the provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

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Media Contact:
Rodney Wilson
Cornwall Police Service
Phone: 613-933-5000 x 2721
Wilson.r@cornwallpolice.com