Man Charged with Arson Following Welland Fire

Saturday, 16 May 2020 08:00

By Marcie Culbert

No one was hurt after a house went up in flames in Welland.

Crews were called to the blaze on Afton Ave, close to Lincoln Street East, at around 9:20 a.m yesterday morning.

Police say there was an argument between the resident and another person, and they believe the other person started the fire.

A 30-year-old Welland man has been charged with arson with disregard for human life.

There is no word on a damage estimate at this time.

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information can contact Niagara Regional Police by calling 905-688-4111 with extension 3300.

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