Police Seek Public's Help In Locating Arsonist: Authorities

PALATINE, IL — Authorities are asking for the public's help in identifying a man accused of starting a vehicle on fire in a parking lot last weekend in Palatine, police said Thursday. The arson occurred at about 2 p.m. on Sept. 8 in the parking lot of 1 Renaissance Place.

Police have been able to get a physical description and a photo of the suspect after reviewing footage from a surveillance camera, according to a news release from the Palatine Police Department.

The alleged arsonist is described as being a Hispanic man between 25 and 30 years old. He is between 5-feet, 8-inches tall and 5-feet, 10-inches tall and has a medium to heavy build. He was wearing a black jacket and black pants at the time of the fire.

Anyone who has information is encouraged to contact the Palatine Police Department at (847) 359-9000 or Palatine/Inverness Crime Stoppers at (847) 590-7867.

An investigation into the incident is ongoing by the Palatine Police Department.