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B.C. man facing arson charge for allegedly lighting jerry can on fire inside business

RCMP say later that day, just after 5:30 p.m., the man returned to the business, where he allegedly hit the glass front door with an axe.

“The man then allegedly placed a jerry can with what is believed to be gasoline inside the store and set the fuel can on fire,” said RCMP, adding he was recognized by several witnesses.A passerby attempted to intervene and a struggle ensued, said police. The suspect broke free, with police stating he remained on scene — pacing and yelling at the person who intervened — before fleeing on foot.

 

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