Chatham-Kent police cruiser. March 26, 2018. (Photo by Sarah Cowan Blackburn News Chatham-Kent). Chatham-Kent police cruiser. March 26, 2018. (Photo by Sarah Cowan Blackburn News Chatham-Kent).
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Arson Charge After Fire On Lorne Ave.

Chatham-Kent police say they've charged a local woman with arson in connection with a garage fire in Chatham Monday night.

Officers say emergency crews were called to the scene on Lorne Ave. at around 9:30pm Monday and following an investigation, police were able to identify a suspect.

No injuries were reported as a result of the fire.

A 25-year-old Chatham woman is charged with arson in connection with the blaze and has been released with conditions and a future court date.

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