Windsor Police have launched a public appeal for information as they search for a suspect connected to a major residential arson case. The deliberately set fire resulted in an estimated over $500,000 in damages to a home in the city.
Timeline of the Deliberate Fire
The incident under investigation occurred on September 7, 2025, at a residence located in the 2300 block of Festival Avenue. Authorities report that the homeowner was out of town at the time. The fire was intentionally started on a mattress in the home's basement.
While Windsor Fire & Rescue Services responded to the scene, the flames had already extinguished themselves by the time they arrived. The case moved to a formal police investigation on December 18, 2025, after the police arson unit received a report from an insurance company regarding the two-month-old incident.
Suspect Description and Evidence
Investigators have reviewed surveillance footage from the area, which captured a suspect entering and then leaving the home a short time later. Police have released a description of the individual they are seeking.
The suspect is described as a male with a heavy build. At the time of the offence, he was seen wearing:
- A grey sweatshirt
- Light-coloured pants
- Black shoes with distinctive white soles
Call for Public Assistance
The Windsor Police Service is urging anyone with information about this serious crime to come forward. Individuals can contact the Windsor Police Arson Unit directly at 519-255-6700, extension 4330.
For those who wish to remain anonymous, tips can be submitted to Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers. Tips can be made by calling 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or by visiting the organization's website at catchcrooks.com.
This investigation remains active as police work to identify and locate the individual responsible for the significant property damage.
