Investigators with the York Regional Police #1 District Criminal Investigations Bureau have arrested five suspects and are seeking an additional two, in relation to arsons in the Towns of Newmarket and Aurora.
On Thursday, February 6, 2025 at approximately 11 p.m., police responded to the area of George Street and Davis Drive in Newmarket after receiving a report of a fire. Three suspects had forced their way into an mechanic shop and used an accelerant to start a fire.
On Sunday, February 9, 2025, at approximately 10:15 p.m., police responded to the area of Edward Street and Metcalfe Street in Aurora for the report of an arson. Two suspects broke into an autobody shop and used and accelerant to start a fire. It has since been determined the two incidents are directly related.
Through investigation police identified and arrested three adults and two youths in connection with the arsons. Four search warrants were executed at residences in the City of Toronto and a loaded firearm was recovered.
Investigations have identified an additional suspect, DANISH, 37, of the City of Toronto, and a warrant has been issued for his arrest. Police are seeking public assistance in locating him.
Police are also appealing to the public for assistance in identifying one additional outstanding suspect.
Both outstanding suspects are encouraged to seek legal council and surrender themselves to police.
A full list of charges can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/4b5cvbb5
The investigation is still ongoing and the incidents are believed to be targeted.
Anyone with information is asked to call the #1 District Criminal Investigations Bureau 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7142, or contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS, or leave an anonymous tip online at www.1800222tips.com.
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Prepared by: Constable James Dickson
25-43338 / 93896
April 11, 2025
