Police investigating two arson incidents

WINDSOR POLICE NEWS RELEASE
Case #: 24-115056, 24-115058
Police investigating two arson incidents 

The Windsor Police Service is investigating two deliberate residential fires that occurred early Sunday morning.

Shortly after 4 a.m. on September 22, officers were dispatched to the 1500 block of Pelissier Street following a report of a house fire. An initial investigation determined that the blaze started at the rear of the residence before spreading through the home and causing minor damage to neighbouring properties. The house, which is vacant, was also the site of a previous fire last month.  

Approximately 30 minutes later, police responded to a report of a fire at a residence in the 200 block of Cowan Court in Amherstburg. Officers arrived at the scene and found the structure completely engulfed in flames. The damage to the property is estimated at $1.6 million.

No physical injuries were reported in either incident.  

The Windsor Police Arson Unit has launched investigations into both incidents after determining that the fires were set intentionally.

Investigators urge residents in the immediate areas of both incidents to check their surveillance or dashcam footage for possible evidence. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Windsor Police Arson Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4330. They can also contact Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.  

If you or someone you know is an affected person in need of support, please call Victim Services Windsor Essex County at 519-723-2711 or the Victim Assistance Unit at Windsor Police at 519-255-6700, ext. 4879.

For further information:

Contact the WPS Corporate Communication Unit's Public Information Officer at (519) 255-6700 ext. 4441.