RCMP: Man in custody connected to fatal Portage la Prairie fire released, investigation continues

RCMP say a man who was in custody in connection to a fatal house fire in Portage la Prairie has been released and the investigation continues.

The bodies of three people were found inside a home on 7th Street SE at approximately 1:00 a.m on Sunday. Police say the deaths are considered suspicious.

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READ MORE: Three found dead following house fire in Portage la Prairie, man in custody, RCMP say

Mounties say there are a number of specialized resources on scene as they continue to figure out the cause of death and the identities of the three people.

RCMP say more information is expected Tuesday.