Fire Officials Release Photos Of Man Suspected In Bel Air Arson

BEL AIR, MD—Fire officials are asking the public for help in identifying a suspect they believe is connected to the recent arson of two buildings in Harford County over the weekend. Investigators said they were able to capture video surveillance footage of the suspect in the Wawa, which is located in the 700 block of Bel Air Road.

On Saturday 3:29 a.m., Bel Air Volunteer Fire Company and surrounding companies responded to 1226 Bel Air Rd. for a reported building fire. Firefighters arrived and discovered two different buildings on fire. The buildings, located behind Birroteca restaurant, are two metal shell structures housing eight different businesses.

Firefighters said they were able to contain the separate blazes within 40 minutes.

A team of deputy state fire marshals worked throughout the day and determined the fires were incendiary (arson) in nature. While only two businesses sustained direct fire damage, an estimated loss upwards of $1,000,000.00 occurred to the contents, fire officials said.

During the investigation, investigators said a suspicious vehicle was reported to have been in the area. Investigators believe the truck is a late model (2015-2019), maroon/burgundy in color, Dodge Ram 1500 (4-door).

The suspect is described as a white male, approximately 5'8, 175-200 lbs. The suspect appears to be wearing a Huk-type fishing shirt, shorts, low profile black shoes, and possibly reading-style glasses. Anyone with information regarding the fire or can identify the vehicle/owner is asked to contact the Northeast Regional Office Tipline at 410-386-3050.

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