Winnipeg police say major crimes investigators are looking into a fire in the east Exchange District on Wednesday.
Fire crews were called to the building housing Johnny G’s around 5:45 a.m. and found smoke and flames coming from inside. They were able to get the fire under control in just under an hour, but are expected to remain at the scene throughout the morning.
Winnipeg firefighters are seen outside Johnny G’s restaurant on McDermot Avenue on Wednesday morning.
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No one was hurt in the fire, and damage estimates aren’t available.
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McDermot and Bannatyne Avenue between Rorie Street and Main Street were closed to traffic Wednesday as firefighters continued to work.
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