VicPD Arrests One Person Following Playground Arson

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
 
April 8, 2026 
File: 26-12901   

Victoria, B.C. – Members of the Victoria Police Department’s Major Crime Unit and General Investigative Section have arrested one person for arson, following a fire that destroyed a Victoria playground. 

VicPD is liaising with the BC Prosecution Service for approval of any charges; and the suspect has been released from custody with conditions. Further details are limited to protect the integrity of the ongoing investigation. 

At approximately 1:15 a.m. on March 31, 2026 – police were contacted by the Victoria Fire Department due to the fire involving a play structure at Stadacona Park in the 1400 block of Pandora Avenue. VicPD investigators have since canvassed the community for information and images that may be relevant to the investigation. Members of the department’s Forensic Identification Section have also been utilized to document the scene. 

VicPD wishes to thank all those who’ve come forward. If you have not yet spoken with investigators and have information to share on the file, please contact the E-Comm non-emergency line at 250-995-7654 ext. 1, and refence file number 26-12901.