RNC Links Accused to Eleven Suspicious Fires Across Metro Region
Patrick Donald Greer has been identified as a suspect in eleven suspicious fires across the St. John’s metro region, including several involving communications infrastructure. He is currently facing arson and mischief charges in court.
Why it matters
The targeting of critical communications infrastructure poses a significant public safety and security concern for the region.
The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary has confirmed that a man charged in connection with two fires in the metro region involving communications equipment is now a suspect in nine others.
Earlier today, 30-year-old Patrick Donald Greer made his first appearance in a St. John’s courtroom to answer to two charges of arson, and two counts of mischief by damaging property.
Those charges are in relation to a fire at a communication tower in Pippy Park, and a radio tower on Densmore’s Lane on Monday.
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