Winnipeg police have laid charges against a man in connection with a fire that damaged a duplex on Pacific Avenue early Sunday morning. The blaze was reported to Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Services at 1:11 a.m. on September 18, 2026, and the department declared the fire under control by 1:54 a.m.
Firefighters and paramedics arrived on scene shortly after the initial call, working through the early hours to contain the flames and assess the extent of the damage. The rapid response helped prevent the fire from spreading beyond the duplex structure, though significant damage to the property was recorded.
The affected building, a two‑unit residence on Pacific Avenue, sustained damage that will require repairs before it can be re‑occupied. No reports of injuries have been released, and the focus of authorities remains on the investigation into the cause of the fire.
Police officials confirmed that the man charged is being held pending further legal proceedings. The exact nature of the charges has not been disclosed, but they relate directly to the incident that prompted the fire department’s early‑morning response. The investigation continues as authorities work to determine the circumstances that led to the fire and to ensure public safety in the neighbourhood.