Just before 4:00 a.m. on October 13th, 2022, City of Greater Sudbury Fire Services responded to a structure fire at a campground office building on 2550 Richard Lake Road in Greater Sudbury. Upon extinguishing the fire, Firefighters determined it to be suspicious and contacted Police at approximately 5:45 a.m. Officers from our Patrol Operations and Detectives from our Criminal Investigations Division and Forensics Unit attended the scene.

Upon investigation, the fire was deemed to be a result of Arson. Simultaneously, while investigating an unrelated matter, Ontario Provincial Police Officers came into contact with a man in the area of Hwy 69 at Old Wanup Rd who was in possession of items belonging to the Richard Lake Campground office building. The OPP contacted GSPS immediately.

GSPS Officers proceeded to speak with the man, who admitted to setting the fire at 2550 Richard Lake Road using items he found within the premises of the campground.

As a result of the fire, there we no injuries reported; however, the structure did sustain significant destruction resulting in approximately $87,000 - $100,000 in damages.

Just before 12:30 p.m. on October 13th, 2022, GSPS arrested and charged 36-year old Julian Shingoose with the following offences under the Criminal Code of Canada:

  • Arson - Damage to Property
  • Break and Enter with Intent
  • Theft Under
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime under $5000
  • Breach of Probation Order

Mr. Shingoose was then transported to GSPS headquarters and is currently in Police custody.

We’d like to recognize the collaborative efforts between GSPS, CGS Fire Services and the OPP. This team effort resulted in the quick and efficient apprehension of the suspect in this matter. We’d also like to thank the community member who originally called in the fire.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Police at 705-675-9171 or Crime Stoppers at 705-222-TIPS, online at www.sudburycrimestoppers.com

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