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Toronto police investigate suspected arson at Salma Zahid home

8/28/2026

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Liberal MP Salma Zahid’s Toronto home was targeted in a suspected arson that set multiple vehicles ablaze.
The fire started shortly before 1:30 a.m. Thursday near Bellamy Road North and Lawrence Avenue East.
Police reported three vehicles damaged, including two that were completely destroyed.
No injuries were reported, keeping Zahid’s family safe.
Toronto police are canvassing for surveillance video and have not identified a suspect.

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Story summary

Liberal MP Salma Zahid’s Toronto home was targeted in a suspected arson that set multiple vehicles ablaze.
The fire started shortly before 1:30 a.m. Thursday near Bellamy Road North and Lawrence Avenue East.
Police reported three vehicles damaged, including two that were completely destroyed.
No injuries were reported, keeping Zahid’s family safe.
Toronto police are canvassing for surveillance video and have not identified a suspect.