Suspicious House Fire In Owen Sound – Owner Still Unaccounted For – Public Asked To Avoid Area

The Owen Sound Police Service, Owen Sound Fire and Emergency Services and Grey County Paramedics were dispatched to a residential house fire in the 900 block of 6 th Avenue East at approximately 4:00 o’clock this morning.

Upon arrival the 2 story brick and siding structure was fully engulfed in flames. Officers assisted with the removal of vehicles parked on the street to accommodate fire trucks from Owen Sound Fire and Emergency Services and the Inter Township Fire Department. Neighbouring residences did not need to be evacuated.

At the time of this media release, fire fighters are still battling the blaze and have not been able to determine if anyone is within the building. The property is believed to be vacant, however, emergency services are still attempting to locate the owner for confirmation.

Deemed to be suspicious, the Ontario Fire Marshall’s office has been requested to attend. At this time, vehicles should avoid travelling along 6 th Avenue East between 9 th Street and 10 th Street.

Any persons with information about this suspicious structure fire are encouraged to contact the Owen Sound Police Service.

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