Seeking to identify suspects in alleged arson

Richmond, Can You Identify

2024-07-03 07:17 PDT

File # 2024-12713

Richmond RCMP seeking public’s assistance in identifying suspects in alleged arson.

On April 24, 2024 at approximately 4:30 a.m. Richmond RCMP attended for an alarm at a business located in the 2600 block of Simpson Rd. Upon attending Richmond RCMP Frontline officers located a broken window and small fire directly in front of it. Evidence was also located which indicated the fire had been intentionally set.

A subsequent review of video surveillance from the area determined that two unidentified men wearing masks had approached the business on foot prior to allegedly smashing the window and then lighting an object on fire. While lighting it, one of the suspect’s pants caught on fire. Despite efforts of both the suspects, the pants continued to burn.

In the process of attempting to put the fire out, one of the suspect’s mask came off. This suspect is described as:

• Caucasian male
• 40 to 50 years
• Medium build
• Slicked back, long, dirty blonde hair

View larger image: 1st suspect. Caucasian male 40 to 50 years with slicked back, long dirty blonde hair

He was wearing a dark long-sleeved crew neck shirt and charred beige/tan coloured pants.

Based on the nature of the fire there’s a high probability that this suspect sustained injuries to his lower body, says Corporal Adriana O’Malley, Richmond RCMP Media Relations Officer, We are asking anyone who recognizes this man or has information about this investigation to contact us.

The second suspect is described as:

• Male
• Medium complexion or tanned
• Late 20s to late 30s
• Athletic build

View larger image: 2nd suspect. Male with medium complexion or tanned. Late 20s to late 30s

He was wearing dark coloured balaclava, black/dark joggers-style pants with blue stripes down the side, dark coloured gloves, a dark hoody and Nike Jordan high-tops.
Both suspects left the area on foot. One headed North on Simpson Rd. and the other suspect headed East along the railroad tracks.

Richmond RCMP General Investigation Section (GIS) have conduct of this investigation which remains active and on-going.

Richmond RCMP is asking anyone who may have information about this investigation or can identify the individuals involved to contact Richmond RCMP and quote file number 2024-12713. Should you wish to remain anonymous, please contact Crimestoppers by phone at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visit them online at www.solvecrime.ca.

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Email: richmond_media@rcmp-grc.gc.ca
Website: richmond.rcmp.ca

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