A 71-year-old Peterborough man is facing an arson charge after a house fire in Peterborough this morning.
Police updated their investigation this afternoon into the blaze near Woodglade Boulevard and Sherbrooke Street.
The accused is being held in custody and appeared in court earlier today.
Peterborough Police, Peterborough Fire and the Ontario Fire Marshall continue to investigate. Residents can expect police presence in the area for a few days.
Officials are asking the Good Samaritan who was seen trying to extinguish the fire to contact Detective Constable Mike Stephens at 705-876-1122 x303.
(Written by: Jordan Mercier)
