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Arson charges laid in Sachigo Lake house fire

One person has been charged in connection to a house fire on the Sachigo Lake First Nation.

The blaze broke out last Tuesday and destroyed a home in the remote community.

No injuries were reported in the fire.

As a result of their investigation, the Nishnawbe (Nish-naw-bee) Aski Police were able to arrest a 29 year old man.

He been charged with arson and disregard for human life.

He remains in custody pending a future court date.

  • Tim Davidson has more than 30 years of experience in radio news. He is based in Kenora and covers stories in northwestern Ontario. Contact Tim at davidson.tim@radioabl.ca.

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