Man Charged in String of Targeted Arson Fires

A man already locked up for other crimes now faces 27 new charges after setting fire to five under-construction homes in Belgravia and Strathcona over a two-week span in late 2025 — all allegedly to target new builds in established neighborhoods. No one was injured, but nearby homes were at risk and some suffered damage. After months of forensic work, 40-year-old Peter Jones was charged with arson, breaking and entering, and stolen property — crimes that underscore the chilling pattern and police’s relentless pursuit of justice. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d90e30a67765519c