Man ‘intentionally’ sets van on fire outside Vancouver City Hall: police
Posted October 6, 2024 5:55 pm.
Last Updated October 7, 2024 6:32 am.
Police and fire crews were called to Vancouver City Hall Sunday afternoon after they say a van was intentionally set alight.
Video and images of the incident show one person being arrested by Vancouver Police Department officers.
In a follow-up statement from the VPD later Sunday evening, Sgt. Steve Addison said police and fire crews found approximately 100 litres of “unburned gasoline in canisters inside the car.”
“The arsonist has been arrested and nobody was hurt. This appears to be an isolated incident and we believe the suspect acted alone. His motivation is unknown at this time,” Addison shared.
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With files from Angelyna Mintz and Lauren Stallone.
