Man Arrested in Connection to Arson at FOX 5 Station in Kearny Mesa

San Diego police have confirmed the arrest of a 41-year-old man in connection to the recent arson incident at the FOX 5 station in Kearny Mesa. The suspect, identified as Dimitrius Cannon, was apprehended early Wednesday morning following an unrelated radio call in the area.

Details about the specific nature of the call that led to Cannon’s arrest have not been disclosed by authorities. However, during the course of their investigation, officers were able to link Cannon to the incident at the FOX 5 station on Engineer Road.

Security camera footage from FOX 5 captured part of the incident, which took place around 9:30 p.m. The footage shows the suspect attempting to start a fire at the front door of the building, using small bits of paper and a nearby planter. When this attempt failed, he moved to the parking gate where he tried to set fire to a keypad before proceeding to set fire to three employees’ cars in the front parking lot.

Fortunately, several FOX 5 employees quickly responded with fire extinguishers to put out the flames before the San Diego Fire Department arrived on the scene. Thankfully, no injuries were reported as a result of the incident.

Cannon has been booked into jail and may face multiple charges related to arson. He is expected to appear in court later this week, according to the San Diego Police Department.

Conclusion

The swift action of FOX 5 employees and law enforcement authorities has led to the arrest of the suspect responsible for the arson incident at the station. This serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilance and quick response in times of crisis. The community can rest assured that measures are being taken to ensure the safety and security of all individuals in the area.