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Updated: One man arrested in relation to Friday’s Crossroads fire that caused $1.8 million in damage

Updated 4:17 p.m., Monday, September 8th:

The City of Prince George says the estimated building damage from the fire is $1.8 million.

Prince George Fire Rescue says they will be supporting the RCMP’s investigation, as well as the insurance investigation.

Original Story: 

The Prince George RCMP has made an arrest following Friday’s fire at Crossroad’s Downtown location.

“Our Investigative Support Team was diligently working throughout the weekend to process the evidence collected on this investigation and have arrested 57-year-old Richard Titchener in relation to this event,” said Cpl. Jennifer Cooper.

According to police, Titchener has been charged with arson causing damage to property, and will remain in custody until his next court appearance.

At around 2:30 early Friday morning, PG Fire Rescue Crews were called to Crossroads, and spent much of the day extinguishing the blaze.

No injuries were reported, and there is still no estimate as to the cost of the damage.

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Darin Bain
Darin Bain
Darin is a news reporter for Vista Radio's Prince George stations. His career started in the Cariboo in 2020, working as a News Reporter in both 100 Mile House and Williams Lake before making the move to Prince George in late 2021.

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