Suspect accused of pouring gas around house

One man was arrested by police after allegedly pouring gasoline around a Kelowna residence.

On Sunday (Sept. 13) just before 4:00 a.m., Kelowna RCMP was called to a residence in the 300-block of Academy Way.

“An adult male resident of the house had woken up to find another man seemingly pouring gasoline around the residence and allegedly threatening to set it ablaze. The resident managed to flee the house without any injuries,” said media relations officer, Cpl. Jocelyn Noseworthy.

Police say there was a “violent encounter” between the two men.

Officers arrived and took a 37-year-old Kelowna man into custody without incident. The suspect has since been released from custody on numerous conditions for a future court date.

RCMP continue to secure the scene, as forensic specialists gather physical evidence and continue to investigate.

“It is fortunate that no one was injured in this incident,” said Noseworthy. “These two men were known to each other and we do not believe that there is further danger to the public. No further information is being released at this time.”

Anyone with any information about the incident can contact the Kelowna RCMP at 250-762-3300, or remain completely anonymous by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or by leaving a tip online at www.crimestoppers.net