Police suspect arson in Gatineau fire
Posted Mar 13, 2012 08:51:30 AM.
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GATINEAU – Police believe a large fire that sent smoke billowing up into the sky Monday morning in Gatineau may be arson.
There are reports the fire may have been caused by a Molotov cocktail.
The building at 815 Rue Jacques-Cartier was a new bar under construction and was unoccupied at the time of the blaze. The bar was set to open in three weeks time.
Firefighters were called to the scene at 4:15 a.m. Monday morning. The fire was under control before the peak of morning rush hour.
The investigation is ongoing. Police are expected to remain on the scene most of Monday.
Anyone with information is asked to called Gatineau Police at 819 243-2345, extension 7666.
819 243-2345, poste 7666
819 243-2345, poste 7666
