Fire at a residence in the area of Johnston Street and Queen Street. September 25, 2021. (Photo courtesy of Sarnia Police.)Fire at a residence in the area of Johnston Street and Queen Street. September 25, 2021. (Photo courtesy of Sarnia Police.)
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Police investigate arson incident

Sarnia police are investigating a fire over the weekend in the area of Johnston Street and Queen Street that has since been deemed as arson.

Police and members of the Sarnia Fire Department were called about a blaze Saturday morning. By the time officers arrived, firefighters had already extinguished the majority of the fire which involved a residence and a sailboat that was parked in the driveway.

Sarnia police said it's believed the fire was intentionally set.

Anyone with information in regards to the fire is asked to contact Detective Staff Sgt. Michael Kahnert at 519-344-8861, extension 6196. Anonymous tips can be made to Sarnia-Lambton Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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