A 42-year-old Blenheim woman is facing arson charges after a $500,000 fire in Blenheim on Friday morning.
Chatham-Kent (CK) police alleged the circumstances surrounding the fire at 83 Talbot Street East in Blenheim were "immediately" believed to be suspicious, and a suspect responsible for setting the fire was identified.
All residents were safely evacuated from the multi-unit home, said police. Fire officials said that tenants from three separate units have been displaced.
The accused is charged with arson - disregard for human life.
The investigation continues.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Detective Constable Ashwin Roy at ashwinr@chatham-kent.ca or 519-436-6600 extension 80423. Information can also be provided anonymously through Chatham-Kent Crime Stoppers at ckcrime@chatham-kent.ca or 1-888-222-8477.
