NRP Investigating Multiple Suspicious Fires in Welland

Monday, 6 July 2020 13:29

By Marcie Culbert

It has been a busy couple of weeks for Welland Fire and Emergency Services.

It has responded to 15 suspicious fires since June 17th and they're all within a few kilometres of the downtown core.

Deputy Chief Adam Eckhart says they could have been catastrophic for businesses and residents in the area.

The NRP arrested a 33-year-old man yesterday and charged him with two counts of arson and one count of breach if probation.

The investigation continues so anyone with information should contact police.

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