One person has been charged in connection to a house fire on the Sachigo Lake First Nation.

The blaze broke out last Tuesday and destroyed a home in the remote community.

No injuries were reported in the fire.

As a result of their investigation, the Nishnawbe (Nish-naw-bee) Aski Police were able to arrest a 29 year old man.

He been charged with arson and disregard for human life.

He remains in custody pending a future court date.