> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.iqra.ca/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Arson Investigation Launched After Vehicles Set Ablaze Outside Toronto Home of MP Salma Zahid - URL: https://www.iqra.ca/2026/arson-investigation-launched-after-vehicles-set-ablaze-outside-toronto-home-of-mp-salma-zahid/ - Published: 2026-08-29T20:25:48.000Z - Updated: 2026-08-29T20:25:48.000Z - Description: Police are treating an early morning vehicle fire outside the Scarborough home of Liberal Member of Parliament Salma Zahid as a suspected arson attack. - Author: Iqra - Tags: News, Salma Zahid, Liberal Member of Parliament Salma Zahid Police are treating an early morning vehicle fire outside the Scarborough home of Liberal Member of Parliament Salma Zahid as a suspected arson attack. The incident, which occurred on Thursday, August 27, 2026, has drawn widespread condemnation from political leaders, with Prime Minister Mark Carney calling it a "cowardly act of violence." ### **The Incident** Emergency crews were called to a residence near Bellamy Road North and Lawrence Avenue East at approximately 1:20 a.m. Home surveillance footage released by investigators shows a lone suspect, wearing a dark hoodie and mask, entering the driveway. The individual is seen pouring a liquid accelerant over the vehicles before igniting them and fleeing the scene on foot. Toronto Fire Services arrived quickly and managed to extinguish the flames before they could spread to the main house. Two vehicles, including MP Zahid’s personal car, were completely destroyed, while a third sustained damage. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, as Zahid and her family members were safely inside the home at the time. ### **"Traumatizing" Attack Won't Deter MP** Speaking to reporters on Friday, Zahid described the attack as "very traumatizing" for her family, her staff, and herself. "This was a deliberate act to destroy my property and intimidate my family," Zahid said, though she declined to speculate on a specific motive while the police investigation is active. "But let me be very clear: I will not be intimidated. I will continue to serve the people of Scarborough Centre with the same dedication as always." ### **Political Leaders Condemn Intimidation** The incident has sparked a wave of support from across the political spectrum. Prime Minister Mark Carney issued a strong statement condemning the act, emphasizing that violence against elected officials threatens democratic institutions. "An attack on an MP's home is an attack on our democracy," Carney said in a statement. "This cowardly act of violence and intimidation has no place in Canada, and we will ensure law enforcement has the resources needed to find those responsible." ### **Police Appeal to the Public** The Toronto Police Service's major crime unit has taken over the case. Investigators are currently reviewing extensive security footage from the neighborhood and are asking anyone with dashcam footage from the area between 1:00 a.m. and 2:00 a.m. on Thursday to come forward. The suspect is described as a slim-build individual last seen wearing a dark sweatshirt, dark pants, and a full face cover. --- **Sources Used** - **Toronto Police Service** — *Official Media Relations Release & Surveillance Footage Distribution (August 28, 2026)* - **CBC News Toronto** — *Local report on the scene, interview clips with Salma Zahid (August 28, 2026)* - **The Globe and Mail** — *National coverage including statements from Prime Minister Mark Carney (August 28, 2026)* - **CP24** — *Breaking news broadcast and initial fire department response details (August 27, 2026)*