Montreal police say traces of “accelerant” were discovered at the scene of the fire in Old Montreal that left seven people dead on March 16.
It’s a major development marking a turning point in the police investigation, which has been in progress for months. Montreal police Insp. David Shane confirmed Monday afternoon that investigators now confirm it was not accidental.
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