Manitoba RCMP say cause of fatal house fire appears ‘suspicious’

RCMP logo shown in Edmonton, Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson

The Manitoba RCMP is investigating a fatal house fire in Pinaymootang First Nation, saying the cause appears to be “suspicious.”

The fire took place on Feb. 7 at a home located off Highway 6.

When RCMP got to the scene, the house was fully engulfed in flames and subsequently destroyed.

On Feb. 9, human remains were found in the rubble.

The Major Crimes Unit is now investigating.

Anyone with information is asked to contact RCMP at 204-659-5224 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.