Investigator's with the Major Crimes Unit are now investigating a fire in Winnipeg's North End last week as arson.

The Winnipeg Police Service says in a release that on February 29, 2024, at approximately 5:00 p.m., the Winnipeg Police Service responded to the report of a residential fire in the 800 block of Redwood Avenue.

The Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service were already on scene and had combatted the fire. Nobody was at home at the time of the fire, however, three family dogs perished. Police notified Animal Services at that time.

Investigators are seeking the public’s assistance and any piece of information may be considered helpful to the investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Major Crimes Unit at 204-986-6219 or anonymously at Crime Stoppers 204-786-TIPS or winnipegcrimestoppers.org