A fatal fire on Portland Street early this morning.

Police say it was just after 4am when crews responded to the structure fire on the 100 block of Portland Street.

A man was found dead in one of the apartments.

Police say the investigation is in the early stages and investigators are asking anyone with information to call police at 902-490-5020. Anonymous tips can be sent to Crime Stoppers by calling toll-free 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submitting a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca or by using the P3 Tips app.