Vehicle, home damaged in Kirkland fire

A vehicle is a total loss after a fire in Kirkland. (Cosmo Santamaria/CTV News)

A vehicle is a total loss after a fire in Kirkland, on Montreal’s West Island, early Monday morning.

Montreal police (SPVM) received a 911 call at 12:45 a.m. about the incident on Meridian Street.

When officers arrived at the scene, the Montreal fire department was already working to control the fire.

“The vehicle is considered a total loss, and significant damage was caused to the residence,” said Anne-Sophie Simard, a spokesperson with Montreal police.

The vehicle is expected to be towed for expert examination.

“Incendiary materials were reportedly found near the scene,” Simard adds.

The file has been transferred to the Montreal police arson squad.