Police seek witnesses after suspected arson damages vehicles in Markham

York Regional Police are appealing for witnesses following a suspected arson incident that damaged two vehicles in the City of Markham early Sunday morning.

According to investigators with the York Regional Police #5 District Criminal Investigations Bureau, officers responded to reports of a vehicle fire on Chant Crescent at approximately 2:10 a.m. on June 21, 2026.

When emergency crews arrived at the scene, they discovered one vehicle fully engulfed in flames. A second vehicle parked nearby was also damaged as the fire spread.

Firefighters from Markham Fire and Emergency Services quickly brought the blaze under control. After examining the scene, investigators determined the fire had been intentionally ignited classified it as an act of arson.

Police have obtained surveillance footage from the area that shows a suspect dressed entirely in black on Chant Crescent around the time of the fire.

The investigation remains ongoing, and investigators are urging anyone who witnessed suspicious activity in the area or who may have relevant information to come forward.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the York Regional Police at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7541 or anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).