Toronto police are asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect who they say is wanted in connection with an arson investigation in the city’s west end.
In a news release, officials say officers were called to the area of Dupont Street and Edwin Avenue at around 1:59 a.m. on Wednesday for reports of a fire.
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Police say a suspect “broke into a business,” poured an accelerant inside, and set the premises on fire before fleeing the area on foot.
The suspect is described as having a slim build and was last seen wearing a black hooded shirt, black pants, a black baseball cap, black gloves, and black shoes.
No further details have been provided at this time.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police.
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— Toronto Police (@TorontoPolice) October 25, 2025
