A shocking incident occurred in Richmond Hill, Ontario, as a suspect was caught on camera setting a local barbershop on fire. The incident, which took place on Sunday evening, has left the community in shock and the authorities on high alert.
The surveillance video, obtained by CTV News, shows a man entering the barbershop located on Yonge Street near Major Mackenzie Drive. He can be seen pouring a flammable liquid on the floor before setting it on fire and quickly fleeing the scene.
The fire quickly spread, causing significant damage to the barbershop and neighboring businesses. Fortunately, no one was injured in the incident.
The suspect is described as a white male, approximately 5’10” tall, with a medium build. He was wearing a black hoodie, black pants, and a black baseball cap at the time of the incident.
The York Regional Police are currently investigating the incident and are asking anyone with information to come forward. They are also urging business owners to review their security measures and report any suspicious activity.
The owner of the barbershop, who did not want to be identified, expressed his shock and devastation over the incident. He has been in business for over 20 years and has never experienced anything like this before.
The community has also been left in disbelief, with many expressing their support for the affected business and its owner. A GoFundMe page has been set up to help the barbershop recover from the damages.
The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of security measures and the impact of criminal acts on small businesses and their owners. The authorities are working diligently to identify and apprehend the suspect, and we urge anyone with information to come forward.
As the investigation continues, the community is coming together to support the affected business and its owner during this difficult time. We will continue to provide updates on this developing story.
