By CKPG Today

Crime

Man charged with arson in relation to CrossRoads Brewing fire

Sep 8, 2025 | 1:14 PM

PRINCE GEORGE — A 57-year-old Prince George man has been arrested in connection with Friday’s fire at CrossRoads Brewing.

“Our Investigative Support Team was diligently working throughout the weekend to process the evidence collected on this investigation and have arrested 57-year-old Richard Titchener in relation to this event,” states Corporal Jennifer Cooper, Media Relations officer for Prince George RCMP.

Mr. Titchener has been charged with arson causing damage to property and will remain in custody until his next court appearance.

The fire started just before 3 a.m. and destroyed the building, located at 5th Avenue and George Street.

Titchener has a lengthy criminal history including a charge of uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm back in June for which he was sentenced to 88 days in jail.

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Police say the file remains under investigation.

The City of Prince George estimates damages at $1.8 million.