Police are investigating two suspicious vehicle fires

November 4, 2026 - Lake Cowichan, British Columbia
From: Lake Cowichan RCMP

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Lake Cowichan RCMP is currently investigating two vehicle fires that occurred overnight in the early hours of October 31, 2026

On October 31, just before 1:30 a.m., Lake Cowichan RCMP responded to assist Lake Cowichan Fire for a vehicle on fire along Johnson Place in Lake Cowichan. Police observed a Ford F-350 damaged by the fire. While investigating this incident, police were called to another vehicle reported to be ablaze in the 140 block of Berar Rd. Once police arrived, they noted a Toyota Tacoma also burned.  Both vehicles were located approximately 2.5 km apart.

Due to the proximity and the time of the fires, these two incidents are considered suspicious and are currently being investigated.

Police are asking anyone with information, including video surveillance,  to contact the Lake Cowichan RCMP at 250-749-6668.

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