RCMP searching for arson suspects following Airdrie fire [Video]

Police in Airdrie are searching for suspects after an alleged arson in a residential neighbourhood on Thursday night.

The Airdrie Fire Department and RCMP were called to the Midtown neighbourhood around 8:10 p.m. for reports of a fire.

When crews arrived on the scene, they found a residence on fire that was under construction and unoccupied.

Crews were able to limit the fire to the residence.

No civilian injuries were reported, but one firefighter had a minor, non-fire-related injury.

RCMP are now looking for two suspects.

The first suspect is described as a young, fair-skinned male with short brown hair, wearing black shorts, white socks, sandals and a long-sleeve green sweater.

The second suspect is described as a young, fair-skinned male with dark-coloured hair, wearing a black-hooded sweatshirt, red pants and a dark-coloured backpack.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the Airdrie RCMP at 403-945-7200. Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime …