A Trail of Flames: The Restaurant Inferno

Two years after a devastating fire wreaked havoc at The Hub on the Docks restaurant in Bayfield, authorities have made a stunning arrest. The blaze, which erupted around 9:50 p.m. on October 17, 2021, resulted in a staggering $1.2 million in damages, but fortunately, no injuries were reported as the Bluewater Fire Department swiftly extinguished the flames.

A Long-Awaited Investigation

In the aftermath of the fire, the Office of the Fire Marshal launched a thorough investigation to uncover the fire's origin. Their findings revealed that the incident was no accident—it was arson. This revelation set the wheels in motion for a lengthy inquiry.

Suspect in Custody: A 63-Year-Old Arrested

On Wednesday, Huron OPP made a breakthrough in the case, arresting a 63-year-old woman from Stratford. The suspect was taken into custody without incident, bringing an escalated urgency to a case that had lingered for years.

Multiple Charges Filed

The woman now faces a serious array of charges, including three counts of breaking and entering to commit an indictable offence, three counts of arson causing property damage, and three counts of possession of incendiary material. These charges lay heavily on her as she prepares to face the legal system.

What's Next?

She is set to appear in Goderich court on October 20, where the next chapter in this fiery saga will unfold. The community remains on edge, eager for more revelations about the incident that shook their beloved restaurant.