Winnipeg hotel fire leaves woman in critical condition; police investigating

A woman was taken to the hospital in critical condition early on Sunday morning due to a fire at a Winnipeg hotel

The Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service was called to the fire at a hotel in the 3700 block of Portage Avenue around 2:50 a.m.

When crews got to the scene, they attacked the fire from inside the building. Firefighters had the fire under control just after 3:30 a.m.

Paramedics treated two people at the scene and took one woman to hospital in critical condition. According to the Winnipeg Police Service, she has since been upgraded to stable condition.

The police’s Major Crimes Unit is investigating the fire. Anyone with information is asked to call 204-986-6219 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-8477. 

In a statement, a spokesperson for the Super 8 by Wyndham Winnipeg West Hotel said the team is heartbroken that a woman was hurt in the fire, and hope she recovers quickly.

The spokesperson said a fire was set in one of the hotel rooms, and the estimated damage will cost about $19,000.

The statement added that the team is thankful for the police, firefighters and paramedics who came to the scene, noting that police have arrested suspects connected with the incident.

“Our first concern is with the safety of our guests and staff,” the statement said.“Our goal is to ensure that our guests and staff know that all of our hotels go above and beyond any standards to ensure their comfort and safety.”

CTV News Winnipeg reached out to police to confirm any arrests.