One person was taken into custody at the scene of a wildfire that threatened homes in Penticton's Sendero Canyon subdevelopment on Aug. 25.

At the time, the BC Wildfire Service noted the fire was human caused, but no specific details were released as to the cause.

According to a press release issued by the Penticton RCMP on Aug. 27, the fire is being treated as suspicious and is under investigation.

One man was arrested at the scene is believed to be associated with the fire, according to the RCMP.

“The RCMP would like to thank the City of Penticton by-law Officers who initially observed and immediately reported the fire, along with the Fire Department, whose quick actions prevented the fire from causing further damage to the community,” said Supt. Beth McAndie, Penticton RCMP Detachme

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