Photo of some staffers posted by the boxing club on their website. They said they will be shut for about a week for renovations.
Two men are under arrest after being charged with arson in connection with a fire at Kingsway Boxing Club on Norseman Street.
Police were called to respond to a break-in on August 13 around 4 a.m. and said a fire was burning by the time they arrived. Nobody was injured.
The club suffered significant damage and is expected to be shut for about a week, according to the club’s website.
“Our team is strong, and our commitment to our community remains unshaken,” said Jennifer Huggins and Virgil Barrow in the statement.
Some of the damages done to the boxing club from fire. Photo courtesy CityTV.
The club said their classes will resume at a 3046 Bloor Street West location.
“Most importantly, everyone is safe,” according to the site. “While the damage to our facility is extensive, our team is strong, and our commitment to our community remains unshaken.”
Jamar Brown, 30, and Rahiem Williams, 18, both of Toronto, were arrested and charged with break-and-enter and arson.