Red Deer RCMP are seeking public assistance as they investigate a suspicious fire.

RCMP responded to a fire in the backyard of a residence in the Morrisroe neighbourhood at approximately 4 p.m. on Oct. 21.

Red Deer Fire Department extinguished the fire, which had engulfed a large portion of the backyard, burned down a shed and part of a shared fence.

Witnesses reported seeing two male youths behind the yard prior to the fire. The youths left eastbound on bikes, one of which was red.

RCMP are looking to identify and speak to the male youths or any witnesses to this fire.

No injuries were reported.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call Red Deer RCMP at 403-406-2200.

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