Toronto Man Arrested in Danforth Avenue Arson Investigation

Toronto police have provided an update in an arson investigation. Police say a 57-year-old man has been arrested and charged following an arson investigation into a fire that caused extensive damage to a business near Danforth Avenue and Sibley Avenue.

According to the Toronto Police Service, officers responded to a fire call at approximately 6 p.m. on Saturday, October 17, 2026.

Police allege the suspect attended the business entrance, remained near the door briefly and then left. Shortly afterward, a fire started in the area where he had been, causing extensive damage.

On Monday, October 19, police arrested Phillip Richardson, 57, who has no fixed address. He faces two counts of arson and two counts of breach of probation.

Richardson was scheduled to appear at the Toronto Regional Bail Centre at 2201 Finch Avenue West on October 19.

Police are asking anyone with information about the incident to contact the Toronto Police Service at 416-808-5500.