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Published May 4, 2026

Innisfil man charged in $1M fire at an industrial building

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York Regional Police say a 59-year-old Innisfil man is facing multiple charges after a blaze tore through an industrial building in Whitchurch-Stoufville.

Just after 3 p.m. on Sunday, police and firefighters responded to a report of smoke billowing from an industrial building in the area of Warden Avenue and Aurora Road.

Damage is estimated to be up to $1 million.

The suspect has been charged with arson, mischief to property exceeding $5,000, and three charges of uttering threats.

Investigators believe this is an isolated incident and there is no threat to public safety.

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