OPP seeking suspects in Hawkesbury arson investigation
Ontario Provincial Police are asking for the public's help locating suspects following a fire at a local pizzeria.
Police say officers were called to a restaurant on James Street at around 11:30 p.m. Monday on reports of an arson. Smoke and flames were visible inside the restaurant when police arrived.
Witnesses told police they saw two men start the fire and then walk away. It's believed two other men spotted in a white Chevrolet Malibu might also be involved.
The suspected arsonists are described by police only as 'tall and thin.' They were wearing black sweaters at the time of the incident, and one had a medical-style mask on.
'We know this photo is dark and low rez, but it could spark someone's attention,' police said of a photo that was distributed on social media.
If you have any information about the incident or about those involved, or if have any relevant doorbell, dashcam or surveillance video, you're asked to contact the Hawkesbury OPP and refer to incident E251047778.
If you have information but want to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at http://ontariocrimestoppers.ca.
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