Winnipeg police have launched an investigation following a fatal residential fire in the city's Lord Roberts neighbourhood. The blaze, which occurred on December 29, 2025, claimed one life.
Emergency Response on Nassau Street
Firefighters from the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service were called to a home on Nassau Street to battle the intense flames. Upon gaining control of the fire and entering the structure, crews discovered one deceased individual inside. The discovery prompted police to open an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fire.
Scene Secured for Investigation
The Winnipeg Police Service has now taken the lead on the case. Officers have secured the scene on Nassau Street as forensic investigators work to determine the fire's origin and cause. This is a standard procedure for fires that result in a fatality.
The identity of the deceased has not been released, pending notification of next of kin. Police have not indicated if there were any other injuries or if anyone else was inside the home at the time of the fire.
Community and Ongoing Probe
The incident has cast a sombre mood over the quiet, established Lord Roberts community. Residents are awaiting answers as authorities meticulously piece together the events that led to the tragedy.
The Winnipeg Police Service is asking anyone with information about the fire, or who may have witnessed anything unusual in the area of Nassau Street on the evening of December 29th, to contact investigators. The probe remains active and ongoing.
