Detroit Authorities Seek Arsonist Captured on Camera at Jefferson Avenue Apartment Fire
Detroit police and fire departments are seeking an arsonist caught on camera setting an apartment building at 9303 E. Jefferson on fire on the morning of June 9, endangering residents.
Detroit, MI, September 9, 2026 —
Detroit, MI – Authorities in Detroit are actively searching for an individual identified as an arsonist who is accused of setting fire to an apartment building on the city’s east side. The incident occurred on the morning of June 9, according to information released by the Detroit Police Department and Detroit Fire Department.
The suspect was reportedly captured on surveillance camera footage at the scene, an apartment building located at 9303 E. Jefferson Avenue. The fire set by the individual is alleged to have endangered the lives of residents occupying the building at the time of the incident.
Investigators are working to identify and apprehend the suspect. The specific circumstances leading to the fire, the extent of the damage to the building, and the number of residents potentially affected have not been fully detailed. Information regarding the status of any ongoing investigations or potential charges was not immediately available.
Both the police and fire departments are appealing for public assistance in locating the arsonist. Further details are expected to be released as the investigation progresses.
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