Toronto police are on the hunt for four suspects who allegedly set fire to a retail store in Liberty Village last week. The incident, captured on surveillance cameras, occurred in the early morning hours of August 14th, sending shockwaves through the community.

The brazen attack unfolded in the East Liberty Street and Hanna Avenue area. Officers initially responded to a fire call at a store, only to discover that the flames were the result of a deliberate act.

Suspects Caught on Camera

The video, released by Toronto police, paints a disturbing picture of the incident. It shows three suspects approaching the store and removing items from a bag. One of them is seen smashing the storefront window with an unknown object. The three suspects then proceed to throw “Molotov cocktails” into the store, igniting a blaze.

Fourth Suspect Acts as Lookout

While the three suspects were setting the fire, a fourth suspect was spotted in the area on a bike. Police believe this individual was acting as a lookout, keeping an eye out for any potential witnesses or law enforcement. All four suspects fled the scene shortly after the fire erupted.

Toronto Fire Services Respond

Toronto Fire Services promptly responded to the blaze and successfully extinguished the fire. Thankfully, no injuries were reported. Despite the quick response, the fire caused significant damage to the store, prompting a swift investigation by the Toronto Police Service.

Suspect Descriptions

Toronto Police are seeking the public's help in identifying and locating the four suspects. They have released descriptions of the suspects and images taken from the security footage.

Suspect 1

The first suspect is described as wearing a black hoody, black face mask, light-coloured sweatpants, black shoes and black gloves.

Suspect 2

The second suspect was wearing a black hoody, black face mask, black pants, black shoes and black gloves.

Suspect 3

The third suspect was wearing a black hoody, black face mask, black pants, black shoes and black gloves.

Suspect 4

The fourth suspect was wearing a dark blue hood, black face mask, black pants, black shoes, blue gloves and was carrying a red gym bag. This suspect was riding a bike.

Call to Action

Toronto Police are urging anyone with information about the suspects to come forward and help them bring those responsible for the arson to justice. The public can contact the police at 416-808-1400 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477) or www.222tips.com.

The Aftermath: A Community Reeling

The arson attack in Liberty Village has shaken the community, leaving residents and business owners concerned about their safety and security. This incident is a stark reminder of the potential consequences of hate-fueled violence and the importance of vigilance in safeguarding our communities. As the investigation continues, the focus remains on identifying and apprehending the suspects responsible for this act of arson. The hope is that justice will prevail, and the community will begin to heal from this traumatic event.