A Chatham man has been charged with attempted murder following a weekend fire.
Chatham-Kent Fire and Rescue crews were called to a Park Street address shortly after 8 o’clock Sunday morning.
A tenant still inside the building was pulled to safety, but authorities say the victim was unconscious with visible injuries not related to the fire.
The victim was taken to hospital, where his injuries were deemed life-threatening.
Chatham-Kent Police took over the investigation and were able to identify a suspect.
On Monday, a 28-year-old man was arrested and has since been charged with break and enter, attempted murder, and arson-disregard for human life.
Anyone who might have information to help with the investigation is urged to contact Constable Paul Brophy at 519-436-6600 ext. 80619 or paulbr@chatham-kent.ca. You can provide information anonymously by submitting a tip through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477.)
