A fire that destroyed the Terrace Bowling Alley on May 21 has been deemed suspicious, according to the Terrace Fire Department.
More than two weeks after the blaze destroyed the building, the department said its investigation has concluded.
Investigators determined the fire originated at the front north exterior corner of the building. However, the exact cause has not been publicly identified.
“The fire is being deemed suspicious,” the department said in a release issued Tuesday.
Terrace RCMP teamed up with fire investigators throughout the process. They announced that the General Investigation Section has found two people of interest.
The RCMP investigation remains active and ongoing. Anyone with information about the fire is asked to contact Terrace RCMP.
The RCMP investigation remains active and ongoing. Anyone with information about the fire is asked to contact Terrace RCMP.
With the fire investigation complete, the building is scheduled for full demolition and site remediation work will begin. The Terrace Fire Department is asking the public to stay away from the area while cleanup work is underway.
The department also thanked the Thornhill Volunteer Fire Department, BC Emergency Health Services, RCMP, City of Terrace staff and other supporting agencies for their assistance during the incident.
