Neepawa fire deemed unsuspicious: RCMP

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Published on Friday, February 27, 2015

By Eoin Devereux

The Neepawa Banner

While the investigation into the exact cause of a recent fire in Neepawa that completely destroyed the Home Hardware building is still underway, RCMP and the Office of the Fire Commissioner have confirmed that it was accidental.

RCMP sergeant Mark Morehouse said that it has been determined that the blaze was of internal origin. He added that while it was an unknown cause, it has been deemed unsuspicious and no criminal charges will be laid.

The fire commissioner continues to investigate and a final report is expected to be released within the next seven day. 

The fire, which occurred Wednesday, Feb. 25, destroyed a business and four apartments.