Man charged in arson attack at Liberal MP's Toronto home
Toronto arson arrest: police charge suspect in MP Salma Zahid fire probe Two cars burned in Scarborough; see the charges and ongoing manhunt details
Toronto police have arrested a 24yearold man in connection with an alleged arson attack outside the Toronto home of Liberal MP Salma Zahid.
Police say the fire broke out early on Aug. 27 near Bellamy Road North and Lawrence Avenue East, where several vehicles were found burning. Zahid later confirmed that two cars were destroyed at her home in Scarborough CentreDon Valley East.
The accused faces charges including arson causing damage, mischief over $5,000, conspiracy to commit an indictable offence, possession of incendiary material, and failing to comply with a probation order. Police say they are still searching for a second suspect and have released details of a black 2025 Hyundai Sonata linked to the investigation.