St. Vital Walmart set to reopen after fire

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Suspect arrested following alleged arson at Walmart

Winnipeg Walmart closed following fire

The Walmart connected to St. Vital Centre is set to reopen this week after a fire shut it down in early July.

In a social media post Tuesday, Walmart said its St. Vital location will reopen its door on July 23, returning to regular hours.

The location closed following a fire on July 6.

Emergency crews were originally called just before 7 p.m. for reports that a fire broke out inside.

Following an investigation, police arrested a 47-year-old man who is facing multiple charges, including arson.

Police said a man set bedding products on fire, before heading into the attached restaurant, having a drink and sitting at a table.

It’s estimated the fire cost more than $10 million in damage.

The charges against the man have not been tested in court.