Mar 20, 2010- 1:50 PM
The incident occurred around 11:30 p.m. at a home on Lafontaine Street. Both Greater Sudbury Fire and Police Services attended the scene. Flames from the incendiary devices caused damage to the front of the home, though the fire was extinguished quickly. The home was occupied at the time of the incident, however there were no injuries.
Witness statements and evidence observed at the scene indicate that there were three people involved – the driver of the suspect vehicle and two passengers – and that the car used is described as being, or very similar to, a red Dodge Charger or Avenger. The passengers are described as males, medium to stocky build, wearing dark clothing; at least one of the suspects was wearing a balaclava.
The suspect who has been arrested is a 26-year-old resident of Belle Vallee, Que. He is in custody facing numerous charges, including mischief under $5,000, mischief endangering life, arson disregard for human life, arson damage to property, possession of incendiary materials, disguise with intent, common nuisance, possession of an offensive volatile substance, trespass at night near dwelling, possession of weapons dangerous, and weapons possession contrary to a prohibition order. He is scheduled to appear in bail court March 22.
The investigation continues in relation to identifying and locating the other involved parties. Anyone with information is asked to contact Police at 674-7511 or Crime Stoppers at 222-TIPS, online at www.sudburycrimestoppers.com or by texting TIPSUD and the information to CRIMES (274637).
