Chatham-Kent Fire Department Truck. (Photo by Bob Becken)A suspicious fire in Harwich is prompting a police investigation.
Officials say around 11:30pm Monday night, crews responded to a fire at an abandoned house on Base Rd. The structure was fully engulfed and completely destroyed.
Anyone with information is being asked to contact Constable Mark Smith at [email protected] or 519-436-6600 ext. 87162. Anonymous callers may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
It might be a record for even Essex County Ontario Provincial Police.
The incident remains under investigation.
Fire Prevention Officer Chris Kreibich confirmed the death of a second person late Tuesday night in the hospital.
Police were called to a home on Oakridge Street around 12:45 p.m. after a man threatened to kill someone else.
Council instructed administration on Tuesday night to prepare a bylaw that would restrict the use of e-bikes, e-scooters, and any motorised vehicle on sidewalks, paths, and multi-use trails.
The Toronto Maple Leafs scored four straight goals in the second period to beat Columbus 6-2 in NHL action Tuesday.
