Arrest Made in Oshawa Arson Case
Police have arrested a male suspect in connection with an arson incident that occurred in Oshawa. On December 3, 2023, officers from the East Division responded to a fire call in the vicinity of Jim Brewster Circle and Fleetwood Drive. Witnesses reported seeing two males fleeing the scene in a dark-colored BMW sedan after a home was set on fire. Investigators, alongside the Ontario Fire Marshal, confirmed that the fire was intentionally set, and the BMW was later identified as a stolen vehicle.
On September 9, 2024, police apprehended the first suspect. A second suspect remains at large. The arrested individual, Taha Ali, a 20-year-old from Scarborough, faces multiple charges, including:
- Arson Causing Property Damage (x2)
- Possess Incendiary Material for Arson
- Arson – Disregard for Human Life (x2)
- Endanger Lives/Safety of Public
- Possess Property Obtained by Crime Exceeding $5000
- Conspiracy to Commit an Indictable Offence
Authorities are seeking any additional information related to the incident. Individuals with cell phone, dashcam, or surveillance footage are encouraged to reach out to Detective Constable Kapeluk of the East Division Criminal Investigations Branch at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 1641. Anonymous tips can also be submitted to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online.
