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Fire at CNE bandshell stage possible arson, Toronto police say

Aftermath of a fire that broke out at the CNE Bandshell stage. Enzo Armini / Global News

Toronto police say a fire that broke out at a stage on the Canadian National Exhibition (CNE) grounds Monday afternoon is believed to be an act of arson.

Emergency crews were called at 1:46 p.m. for a fire at the bandshell concert area.

Police said the fire was put out quickly, but smoke got into the dressing room.

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There were also cleaning staff on scene when officers arrived.

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Officers said there were no reports of injuries.

Police and officials from the Office of the Fire Marshal are investigating the cause of the fire.

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