Edmonton police investigate rise in suspicious fires to 24 cases

Edmonton police are now investigating 24 suspicious fires in south Edmonton, an increase from the seven reported last week. The fires have occurred in several neighborhoods, including Allendale and Belgravia, with no injuries reported. Authorities have identified persons of interest but have not made any arrests. Police continue to patrol the affected areas and advise residents to report any suspicious activity. Despite the rise in reported incidents, police state that the number of arsons in 2024 is similar to last year. Investigators do not believe these fires are linked to a separate extortion case involving the South Asian business community.