RCMP are investigating what could be arson after a house fire in Meteghan.

RCMP say crews responded to the fire around 1:30am Sunday morning near the 3600 block of Route 1 in St. Bernard.

When officers arrived, they found an empty house engulfed in flames.

At this time investigators believe the fire may have been set on purpose from the information and evidence gathered at the scene.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Meteghan RCMP at 902-645-2326. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers, toll-free, at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or use the P3 Tips App.