Video shows Toronto arson suspect dousing house with gas

One suspect is being sought in a case of arson after surveillance footage captured the man pouring a flammable liquid at the rear end of a residence in Toronto, police said.

Officers were called to the home in the Spadina Road and Bloor Street West area in the Annex at approximately 4 a.m. on Jan. 27.

It’s alleged the suspect entered the rear driveway area of the residence, and video shows the culprit pouring a flammable liquid into the home’s entryway.

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Police said the suspect was then confronted by the homeowners and fled the area on foot. No injuries were reported.

The man is described as six feet tall with a medium build.

He was last seen wearing a black hat, grey ski mask, black pants, and black boots.