Three Wanted for Arsons in Pickering

Three suspects are wanted after two arsons at a Pickering business.

On Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at approximately 3:15 a.m., members of West Division responded to a fire at Bay Ridges Market, located at 713 Krosno Boulevard.  A suspect broke the glass to the front door of the business and poured a flammable substance over the floor.  The substance was ignited before the suspect fled the area.

On Sunday, May 19, 2024, at approximately 5:00 a.m., members of West Division responded to a fire at the Bay Ridges Market, located at 713 Krosno Boulevard.  Multiple suspects broke into the business and started a fire before fleeing the area.

No injuries were reported to police as a result of either arson.

The first suspect is described as: male, Black, with a slim build.  He was wearing a black mask, black Nike hoodie, black pants, and black shoes.

The second suspect is described as: male, Black, with a medium build.  He was wearing a black puffer jacket, black hoodie, black pants, and black/white shoes.

The third suspect is described as: male, Black, with a slim build.  He was wearing a black Nike hoodie, black pants, long white socks, black shoes, and white gloves.

An image of the suspects is attached and can be viewed at www.drps.ca

Anyone with cellphone, dashcam, surveillance footage or information about this incident is asked to contact the D/Cst. Westcott of the West Division Criminal Investigations Branch at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 2528.

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward.

The information in this media release contains facts and circumstances that have been obtained from a police investigation. These allegations have yet to be proven in court.

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