Leamington OPP station. (Photo by Ricardo Veneza)Leamington OPP station. (Photo by Ricardo Veneza)
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Leamington Fire Deemed Suspicious

A fire earlier this week in Leamington is being called suspicious by investigators.

The OPP says evidence collected at the scene indicates the fire is suspicious in nature and the Ontario Fire Marshal is being called in to investigate the potential arson.

Crews responded to the fire at a home on Marlborough St. W at about 4:30am on Monday. Authorities say two separate buildings were damaged in the fire with costs totalling $325,000.

Police are asking anyone with information to contact Detective P. Bawden at 519-723-2491. You can remain anonymous by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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