Police investigating ‘suspicious’ basement fire in Kitchener
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Posted May 18, 2024 09:17:24 AM.
Last Updated May 18, 2024 09:26:12 AM.
Police are investigating a fire they’re calling ‘suspicious’ in Kitchener on Friday afternoon.
According to Waterloo Regional Police, the fire happened in the basement of a house in the area of Courtland Ave. East at about 4:30 p.m.
No physical injuries were reported in the incident.
Police estimate the fire caused $50,000 in damage.
Anyone with more information is asked to contact police at 519-570-9777, extension 6370. Anonymous tips can be provided through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com.