Durham Police – No Criminal Charges in Oshawa Fatal Fire

In Police Blotter

After an extensive investigation and consultation with multiple stakeholders, the DRPS will not be laying any criminal charges in connection with a fatal house fire that occurred on Centre Street in Oshawa in January.

Emergency services were called to the multi-unit house at 116 Centre Street North in Oshawa on Monday, January 8, 2018 regarding an active fire. Four people died in the fire, despite efforts by emergency personnel to save those inside.

Investigators with the Central East Division Criminal Investigations Bureau worked closely with the Coroner’s Office, Oshawa Fire Services, the Ontario Fire Marshal and the Crown Attorney’s Office to review all evidence in this case. Police investigators looked specifically at whether enough evidence was available to support criminal charges such as arson or negligence causing death or bodily harm.

After reviewing the information and evidence available and after consultations with the Crown Attorney’s Office, there is insufficient evidence in this incident to support the laying of any criminal charges and no reasonable prospects for conviction.

The DRPS extends its deepest sympathies to the families impacted by this terrible tragedy and appreciates the efforts of all emergency response personnel, citizens and agencies who attended the scene and worked so diligently throughout the day.

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