Police seek suspect in arson of under-construction homes in Brampton
Posted August 4, 2023 12:05 pm.
Last Updated August 4, 2023 12:06 pm.
Peel Regional Police are on the hunt for a suspect after several under-construction homes in Brampton were set on fire.
Luckily the homes were unoccupied at the time, but two Brampton firefighters suffered non life-threatening injuries while trying to douse the flames.
The arsons, which caused extensive property damage, took place between July 6 and July 24 in the Valleyway Drive and Chinguacousy Road area.
Investigators say all the fires were lit between 1:30 a.m. and 3:00 a.m.
A suspect was captured on surveillance video that was released by police on Friday.
The video shows a suspect running away after setting a fire. As he sprints from the scene, glowing flames can be seen spreading inside the home.
The suspect wore a black hooded jacket, pants, gloves and white shoes and was carrying a blue bag.
Police have also identified a vehicle of interest, described as a silver/grey newer model four-door Jeep Wrangler with a steel top roof.
