Chelsey St. Pierre – The Suburban LJI Reporter
Montreal police (SPVM) are investigating a suspected arson that occurred recently in the industrial sector of Dorval.
The fire department was called to a building located near the corner of Hymus Boulevard and André Avenue. Firefighters quickly managed to put out the fire and the SPVM arson squad was called to the site to investigate. Officers found traces of accelerant near the building.
According to authorities, the damage mainly affected the exterior of the building. The full extent of the damages is yet to be determined.
“Preliminary information suggests that the suspect or suspects fled before officers arrived,” SPVM spokesperson Sabrina Gauthier told The Suburban.
Officers set up a perimeter to contain the site. Investigators are reviewing footage from outdoor cameras in the area.
“We are reviewing the camera footage on site to better determine the circumstances surrounding the event.” Gauthier said.
A “molotov cocktail” was thrown at the building located at the same address on Sept. 8.
Last April, 10 tractor trucks parked on a lot at the same intersection were set on fire. n