Fire in Sando

The cause of the fire, which investigators suspect may have started near a beauty parlor and variety store, is yet to be determined.

Damage to the area has been estimated at $100,000.

According to a police report, just before 6 pm on Sunday, a security guard on duty contacted owner Kieran Singh telling him that smoke was seen from within the mall.

The Mon Repos Fire Station was contacted.

Upon arrival, firemen quickly extinguished the blaze.