A 24 year-old male is facing charges related to three separate arsons.
On March 23, 2026, shortly before 7:30 p.m., Regina Fire and Protective Services (RFPS) was dispatched to a garbage bin on fire in the 1600 block of Angus Street. Fire crews arrived and quickly extinguished the blaze.
While on the scene of the bin fire, RFPS was alerted to a vehicle on fire nearby. RFPS responded and extinguished the vehicle fire. Police were called to the scene and, together with RFPS, determined the fire was intentionally set.
At this time, police began an arson investigation. Through various investigative tactics, including a review of security camera footage, they not only identified and located the suspect, but determined he was responsible for a house fire that occurred in the 1300 Block of Retallack Street on May 5th, 2024.
As a result of this investigation, 24 year-old Courage GOODWIN is charged with:
- Arson with Disregard for Human L [CC 433(a);
- 2 x Arson Causing Damage to Property [CC 434];and
- Fail to Comply With Probation Order [CC 733.1(1)].
Court Information #: 991334199, 991334198, 991334197
GOODWIN made his first appearance on these charges in Regina Provincial Court on Friday, March 27th, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.
As noted in this media release, video security footage is often a crucial part of a successful investigation. Through the Community ON Crime Prevention Initiative, the Regina Police Service offers a free, voluntary program called the Safe Neighbourhood Camera Registry. The program allows participants the opportunity to assist police by letting them know if they have security cameras.
Participation is simple:
- Sign up and let the Regina Police Service know you have security cameras.
- Should a crime occur in the area, police can reach out to those on the camera registry to ask for video that may assist in an investigation.
When we’re able to conclude investigations quickly and hold offenders accountable, this can assist in reducing crime in our city.
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