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Arson, assault charges laid after house fire in Black River First Nation

RCMP say arson and assault charges have been laid after fire burned a home to the ground in Black River First Nation Saturday.
RCMP say arson and assault charges have been laid after fire burned a home to the ground in Black River First Nation Saturday. RCMP Handout

Manitoba RCMP have laid charges after a fire at a home on Black River First Nation over the weekend.

Emergency crews were called to a fire at the home Saturday.

No injuries were reported in the fire, but the home burned to the ground.

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Police say a suspect was identified after investigators determined the fire was a result of arson.

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A 34-year-old man from Black River First Nation has been arrested and charged with both arson and assault.

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He has since been released from custody and Powerview RCMP continue to investigate.

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