Hamilton police continue residential arson investigation

Hamilton police are asking witnesses to come forward regarding a targeted arson.

Officers say they responded to a multi-unit apartment fire on Feb. 10 around 5:40 a.m. at 40 Oxford St. in Hamilton.

Investigators learned that an unknown man tried to set fire with an incendiary device to the apartment building that houses almost 200 units.

A suspect was captured on video using a propane tank and blowtorch attachment to attack the utility room and set a fire.

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The suspect is described as white, medium build, clear complexion and short scruffy brown beard.

He was last seen wearing a red/burgundy toque, black hooded sweatshirt and button up tan shirt under an army green style jacket with front pockets, blue jeans, beige or tan shoes with white soles.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is encouraged to contact police at Sgt. George Gallant at 905-540-5085 or Det. Const. Shaun Fennessy at 905-540-3819.

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