Fernie takes RCMP to court over records linked to fatal ammonia leak

The investigation into an ammonia leak that killed three people inside an arena in Fernie, B.C., has led to a legal battle between the municipality and the RCMP.

The city alleges Mounties illegally obtained two log books detailing the maintenance and operations of the rink’s refrigeration system, and seized them without a search warrant in the aftermath of the leak, according to court documents.

Fernie filed an application with B.C. provincial court asking for the right to inspect and copy