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Second suspect wanted after fatal tent fire in Ontario city
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Second suspect wanted after fatal tent fire in Ontario city

From Global News · () English

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  • Sudbury police are seeking a second suspect, Bryan Eshquib, in connection with a fatal tent fire that occurred on June 11.
  • Eshquib is wanted on charges including first-degree murder and arson with disregard for human life.
  • Police previously arrested Brandon Gramling-McEwan for the homicide, which resulted in the death of a 41-year-old man.

Authorities in Greater Sudbury are intensifying their search for a second suspect, identified as 31-year-old Bryan Eshquib, wanted in connection with a fatal tent fire that police are investigating as a homicide. The incident occurred on June 11 at the Energy Court encampment.

Eshquib is facing serious charges, including first-degree murder, arson with disregard for human life, and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose. His alleged involvement stems from the fire that broke out at approximately 3:40 a.m. on June 11, engulfing two tents. Emergency crews responded to the scene, and upon extinguishing the flames, a deceased individual was discovered inside one of the tents.

The victim, a 41-year-old man from Greater Sudbury, has not yet been publicly identified. Police had previously arrested 33-year-old Brandon Gramling-McEwan in connection with the case. Gramling-McEwan faces charges of first-degree murder, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, two counts of arson with disregard for human life, two counts of arson causing property damage, and possession of incendiary material.

Sudbury police are appealing to the public for any information regarding Eshquib's whereabouts and urge anyone with knowledge to contact investigators or Crime Stoppers. The allegations against both suspects have not yet been proven in court.

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