TIMMINS -- Ontario Provincial Police in Kirkland Lake need tips about a residential fire it says is suspicious.

Officers say the fire, which destroyed a home on Government Road East, happened at approximately 3:05 a.m. on Sept. 16. They say five people were inside at the time of the fire, but no one was hurt. 

The investigation into the cause of the fire continues and police are asking anyone with information about it to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or remain anonymous and call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-tips (8477) or online at www.nearnorthcrimestoppers.com or by using the P3 app on your mobile device. 

By staying anonymous, you will not be required to testify in court and information you provide may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.