Suspect sought following residential arson

WINDSOR POLICE NEWS RELEASE

Case #: 25-130708

Suspect sought following residential arson

The Windsor Police Service is seeking a suspect following a residential arson in South Windsor.

Shortly after 9:30 p.m. on December 11, 2025, officers responded to a report of an active fire at a house in the 4300 block of Mount Royal Drive. Windsor Fire & Rescue Services attended and quickly extinguished the blaze.

While no injuries were reported, the fire caused an estimated $100,000 in damage.

The incident has been deemed suspicious, and the Windsor Police Arson Unit has taken over the investigation. Through their work, investigators have identified a suspect who was seen approaching the residence with his shirt pulled partially over his face at approximately 6:45 p.m.

The suspect is described as an East Indian male, wearing all-black clothing. 

Residents and business owners in the surrounding area are asked to review any surveillance or dashcam footage captured between 6:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. for evidence that may assist investigators.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Windsor Police Arson Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4330. Anonymous tips can also be submitted to Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.