Perth East Milverton fire truck (Photo courtesy Perth East Fire Department)Perth East Milverton fire truck (Photo courtesy Perth East Fire Department)
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Arson investigation underway

Perth County OPP are investigating after a recent arson that occurred in Perth East.

On June 12 just after 2 p.m., OPP officers responded alongside the Perth East Fire Department to a fire on Line 67, in the Township of Perth East. Investigators says there were no occupants in the building at the time, and luckily there were no injuries as a result of the fire.

The cause of the fire is still under investigation. The Perth County Major Crime Unit has now taken over the investigation into the suspicious blaze.

If anyone has any information regarding this fire, contact Perth County OPP or Crime Stoppers.

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