Two suspects being south in a pair of arsons 20 minutes apart in northwest and south London, February 4, 2024. Photo provided by London policeTwo suspects being south in a pair of arsons 20 minutes apart in northwest and south London, February 4, 2024. Photo provided by London police.
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Same suspects sought in pair of London fires

Police are trying to identify two people they believe tried to burn down a business' two London locations.

The first fire was set at the unnamed business' northwest location in the area of Gainsborough and Hyde Park roads around 11:20 p.m. on February 4. Just over 20 minutes later, emergency crews were called to another fire at the business' south-end location in the area of Shamrock Road and Durrow Street.

No one was hurt in either fire and a damage estimate was not provided.

Investigators reviewed video surveillance and determined both fires were started in a similar manner by two suspects wearing the same clothing.

The suspects were wearing black pants and coats, tan coloured boots with one carrying a grey backpack and the other carrying a black backpack. The suspect with the black backpack was also wearing neon-coloured gloves.

Police released a grainy photo of the pair to the public on Friday. They are asking anyone who may have been in the vicinity of the fires anytime between 10:30 p.m. and midnight with dash-cam or video surveillance to call them at 519) 661-5670 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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