Just after 3:45 a.m. on August 5, 2024, officers were dispatched to a residential building on Burton Avenue in relation to a possible Arson.

Upon arrival, officers spoke with Greater Sudbury Firefighters who were on scene. Firefighters had extinguished the fire, however there was substantial damage to the building.

While speaking with individuals on scene, it was determined that the fire was in fact an Arson.

Based on information gathered at the scene and video surveillance footage, officers identified the two individuals believed to be responsible.

61-year-old, James Gough and 25-year-old, Adrianne Anwhatin were arrested and charged with Arson – Disregard for Human Life and Arson – Damage to Property.

Both individuals attended Weekend and Statutory Holiday (WASH) Court on August 5, 2024, to answer to the charges.