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Sign outside the Lethbridge Police Service station. (File photo: My Lethbridge Now)
Sign outside the Lethbridge Police Service station. (File photo: My Lethbridge Now)
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Man arrested in connection with alleged arson in downtown Lethbridge

Justin Goulet
By Justin Goulet

UPDATE: Police say charges have been laid in connection to this incident. 

READ MORE: Charges laid in downtown Lethbridge arson investigation 

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Lethbridge Police arrested a suspect connected to an alleged arson over the weekend. 

The LPS says early Saturday, Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services crews responded to the blaze at a building on the 600 block of 3 Avenue South. 

Officials note the incident caused “extensive damage” to the building, but did not report any injuries. 

The LPS put out a call for help to identify the suspect and hours later, said a suspect was arrested. The man’s name has not been released, and police continue to investigate.

Justin Goulet
Justin Goulet
Justin Goulet brings over a decade of experience to the Lethbridge newsroom. He started his career in Ontario before moving to Vancouver Island in 2014 to work with Vista Radio. He moved to Alberta in February 2019 and joined the Lethbridge team in June 2024. Justin is excited to share the stories of southern Alberta.
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