Toronto police are hunting for an arsonist who set fire to a Porsche Cayenne in a brazen attack on December 29th, 2017.

The unidentified arsonist, believed to be a man, was filmed by a security camera outside a home, dousing the interior of the German SUV with gasoline before lighting it on fire and making his getaway.

While it is not clear from the footage, police suggest the man smashed the front passenger window before starting the fire.

Taking to YouTube, the Toronto Police Service is asking for public assistance in finding the man, asserting that he fled the scene in a white four-door sedan. He was seen wearing a dark jacket, gloves, and black boots. Authorities believe the man could have sustained serious injuries.

Those with information have been urged to contact the police at 416-808-5500 or to call Crime Stoppers on 416-222-TIPS.

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