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Story summary
- Montreal police are investigating a suspected arson that destroyed the El Khawa restaurant.
- Investigators found accelerant traces, indicating the fire was likely arson.
- Firefighters declared the restaurant a total loss and evacuated residents.
- The blaze started after 4:10 a.m. on Jean-Talon Street near 21st Avenue Thursday, causing no injuries.
- It is the third arson on El Khawa within a month, prompting police to seek tips on organized-crime links.
