Suspect sought after alleged vehicle arson

The Windsor Police Service is seeking a suspect following what police allege was a deliberately set vehicle fire in Amherstburg.

Shortly after 2:30 a.m. Dec. 13, police responded to a report of a vehicle fire in the 200 block of Mullen Crescent. Officers learned that a male suspect had been dropped off by a taxi in the 300 block of Lavers Crescent.

The suspect allegedly walked up to a property on Mullen Crescent, poured an accelerant on a 2017 Ford Explorer, and set the vehicle on fire.

According to police, the blaze quickly spread, causing secondary damage to the home’s garage and its contents. Police claim the suspect then ran back to the taxi which departed moments later.

While no injuries were reported, the fire caused approximately $105,000 in damage to the vehicle and residence.

The suspect is described as a male wearing all black clothing. Investigators were unable to track the specific taxi, as police say the meter was not active at the time of the incident. The vehicle is believed to have had a spare tire or missing hubcap on the front driver’s side.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Windsor Police Arson Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4330. Members of the public can also contact Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.

By RTT Staff