Police investigate Pelissier St house fire after man suffers life-threatening injuries

Windsor police have launched an investigation after a downtown residential fire, which left one man with life-threatening injuries.

Police and firefighters responded to a report of an active fire at a house in the 700 block of Pelissier Street shortly after 3:30 p.m. on Thursday.

Crews arrived to find heavy smoke and flames at the residence. Windsor Fire and Rescue Services worked to extinguish the blaze.

Police say a 43-year-old man was located with significant burns and transported to hospital for treatment.

Fire officials say damage is estimated at $90,000.

The Office of the Fire Marshal (OFM) has launched an investigation into the fire.

Investigators ask residents and business owners in the area to check their surveillance or dashcam footage for possible evidence.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Windsor Police Arson Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4330. They can also contact Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.