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North Van RCMP seek public's assistance in identifying suspect who allegedly seta porta-potty on fire

Darpan News Desk North Vancouver RCMP, 22 Mar, 2023 05:09 PM
  • North Van RCMP seek public's assistance in identifying suspect who allegedly seta porta-potty on fire

The North Vancouver RCMP are seeking public's assistance to identify a suspect in their investigation of an arson. The suspect is alleged to have set a porta-potty on fire on March 13th at around 8:30 AM near 2100 block of Hamilton Ave in North Vancouver.

A witness observed the suspect leaving the porta-potty just before it was set on fire.

On Monday, at 2:44 am Police and Fire were called to a porta-potty also set on fire in the 1900 block of Jones Ave in North Vancouver. No suspects were seen at this location but police believe this incident is related to the March 13th arson.

The male in the March 13th arson is described as:

  • Caucasian
  • 5’9” tall
  • 180-220 lbs
  • Wearing a tan jacket
  • Green and black camouflage pants
  • Baseball cap with a red backpack

Anyone with information about this incident, or who recognizes the suspect, is asked to call North Vancouver RCMP. 

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