Fort Erie Man Facing Mischief and Arson Charges

Friday, 24 June 2022 11:39

By Linda Morgan

Suspect facing harassment, mischief and arson charges.

A Fort Erie man is facing mischief and arson charges.

Officers say the investigation began last month, after police received numerous arson and mischief complaints occurring on the west side of Fort Erie.

The suspect is accused of setting 8 mailboxes and a hay barn on fire.

The barn fire occurred on June 15th near Ridgemount and Bertie Road, causing about $50,000 worth of damage.

The barn contained only hay, and no one was injured.

Police also say the suspect is accused of leaving offensive messages in five mailboxes.

Facing harassment, mischief and arson charges is 25 year old Chandler Ladd of Fort Erie.

More from Local News

Province Investing Against Invasive Species

The $2-million will help the Niagara region
Niagara Driver Charged with Drug Impairment

OPP say this happened on Highway 17, when a car was seen weaving all over the road
Welland Man Arrested for Child Porn

Police say they noticed child sexual abuse material shared on a social media page early this month
28 More Doctors Hired in Niagara

The region and Niagara Health coordinating new partnership to find even more doctors
Killed Police Officers Honoured by NRP

Police Chief praised Niagara members for standing at attention in 'pounding rain'
Niagara Wineries Shuttle Service Possible

The CUTRIC hopes the province supports helping people move among wineries
Canal Days Vendors Warned of Scams

The City of Port Colborne says criminals are sending fraud emails for payment
Niagara Falls Exploring Hub to Help Homeless

Former CAO Ken Todd has been meeting with community groups

Fort Erie Man Facing Mischief and Arson Charges

Share

More from Local News