Man wanted for allegedly setting fires on University of Toronto campus: police

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By The Staff The Canadian Press

Posted January 16, 2026 11:42 am

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Toronto police say they’re looking for a suspect who allegedly set several fires on the University of Toronto’s downtown campus Wednesday afternoon.

Police allege the 42-year-old man of no fixed address entered several buildings on the St. George campus between 2:40 p.m. and 4:45 p.m.

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They allege he lit multiple fires and damaged property before leaving the area.

No injuries were reported.

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Police say the suspect is wanted for three counts of arson causing damage to property and two mischief-related offences.

Police have released photos and a description of the suspect, and anyone with information is asked to contact investigators.

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