Electrical issue caused $1M blaze at Mike's Place in Chatham

Electrical issue caused $1M blaze at Mike's Place in Chatham

An investigation has concluded the fire at Mike's Place in Chatham was caused by an electrical issue.Chatham-Kent police, the Ontario Fire Marshal, and Chatham-Kent Fire and Rescue added there's no evidence of criminal activity following the $1 million blaze at the popular restaurant and bar on Queen Street early Tuesday morning.Mike's Place owner Brenda Buckler previously said the fire started in the bar area.No injuries were reported."The Chat…

Electrical Issue Blamed For Mike's Place Fire - 99.1 FM CKXS

The cause of a devastating fire at Mike’s Place Restaurant in Chatham has been deemed accidental. The Chatham-Kent Police Service said investigators have determined that the fire at the Queen […]

Update: Mike’s Place fire ruled accidental, caused by electrical issue

Investigators have determined that the fire that destroyed Mike’s Place Restaurant on Queen Street in Chatham last week was accidental in nature and caused by an electrical issue within the building. The Chatham-Kent Police Service, in partnership with the Ontario Fire Marshal’s Office and Chatham-Kent Fire and Rescue, has concluded its investigation into the commercial structure fire, which occurred Sept. 29. No evidence of criminal activity wa…

Media Release – Investigation Concludes Following Commercial Structure Fire in Chatham

The Chatham-Kent Police Service, in partnership with the Ontario Fire Marshal’s Office and Chatham-Kent Fire and Rescue, has concluded the investigation into the commercial structure fire that occurred at Mike’s Place Restaurant on Queen Street in Chatham on September 29, 2026. Following a thorough examination of the scene, investigators have determined that the fire was […] Source