On March 19, 2026, at approximately 11:50 a.m., police were contacted by members of Edmonton Fire Rescue Services (EFRS) following their response to a fire at a residence under construction in the area of 108 Street and 85 Avenue. The home was destroyed.
EFRS has since determined the fire was deliberately set. No one was injured as a result of the fire; however, there was significant damage to neighbouring homes as well as several parked vehicles in the area. At this time, police do not believe this fire is linked to any other infill fires or extortion series. Damages to the under-construction home are currently estimated to be over $1 million.
After reviewing video from the area, police have footage of a person of interest they are hoping to speak with and are seeking the public’s assistance to identify them. Images of the individual are included below.
Image of person of interest
Anyone with information about this person or the fire is asked to contact the EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous information can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.p3tips.com/250