The Halton Regional Police Service is investigating a targeted arson after a tow truck and heavy machinery were destroyed by fire in Burlington, Ontario. The incident happened on February 26, 2026, near the intersection of Harvester Road and Morris Drive.
Emergency crews arrived to find a tow truck hauling a flatbed trailer and a heavy-duty Hitachi excavator fully engulfed in flames. Investigators have determined the fire was set deliberately and are now searching for three suspects who were seen fleeing the area in a dark-coloured pickup truck.
This attack follows a recurring trend of violence and territorial disputes within the tow truck industry across Southern Ontario. These conflicts often involve rival businesses competing for towing contracts through organized criminal activity and property damage.
Detectives with the 3 District Criminal Investigations Bureau are asking anyone with dash camera footage or information about the fire to contact them. Residents can also provide tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers to assist with the investigation.
