Arson suspected after three vehicles ignited near Liberal MP's residence
Police are probing a possible arson attack that set three cars ablaze near the home of MP Salma Zahid in Toronto.
Early Thursday morning, a fire broke out at the intersection of Bellamy Road N. and Lawrence Avenue E., damaging three vehicles, including the car of MP Salma Zahid and a neighboring tenant's car. Toronto police have opened a suspected-arson investigation but have not linked the incident to the MP. No injuries were reported, and investigators are asking the public for information.
Why it matters
The incident raises concerns about safety and potential targeting of a federal elected official.
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