Swan River RCMP are investigating a case of suspected arson at a local business.
Shortly before 5:30 Thursday morning, Mounties and fire crews were called to a report a blaze on the 500-block of Main Street.
Upon arrival, smoke was billowing from the building, and firefighters were able to quickly extinguish the fire.
The interior of the building sustained extensive damage, but no one was injured.
The preliminary investigation has determined that the fire was deliberately set, and video surveillance from the area shows an unknown male on a bicycle passing the property just before the fire started.
Mounties ask anyone in the area with surveillance cameras to check their video feed for anyone seen riding a bike between 5 and 6 a.m. yesterday, and anyone with information should call the Swan River RCMP at 204-734-4686, or Crime Stoppers, at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). Tips can also be submitted online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com.
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