Authorities in San Diego are reaching out to the public for assistance in identifying three suspects and a vehicle connected to an arson incident that occurred in the early hours of September 14 last year. The arson took place at Mina Lounge, located at 650 Sixth Ave, where surveillance footage captured two individuals involved in the act. The San Diego Police Department described the suspects and their vehicle through a social media post which has now been amplified in efforts to gather more information from the public.
The suspects on September 14, 2023, were reportedly seen arriving at the scene in a white Ford utility truck, believed to be an F-250 or F-350 model from the early to late 2000s. The truck is distinct with a black liftgate and a white lumber rack positioned behind the cab. In the detailed descriptions released, the first suspect wore a blue sweatsuit with a gray stripe on the shoulders and white shoes, and the second suspect donned a dark baseball hat, dark jacket, white undershirt, dark jeans, and black shoes with white soles and laces. The third suspect, who remained in the vehicle during the incident, has yet to be identified.
Anyone with information relating to either case is strongly encouraged to come forward. The Metro Arson Strike Team Detective Pat Shadoan can be contacted at 619-236-6237, or via email at [email protected]. Additionally, the public can reach out to Crime Stoppers at 888-580-8477, where information can be provided anonymously. The San Diego Police Department is determined to resolve this case and holds hope that community members may hold the key to unlocking this mystery.
As the investigation is ongoing, updates will be provided whenever new information surfaces. The details divulging the incident, furnished by the San Diego Police Department, serve not just as a beacon for justice but as a reminder of the crucial role that civilians play in aiding law enforcement. The safety of San Diego's streets is, after all, a shared responsibility—one that hinges on the vigilance of its inhabitants and the swift action of its protectors.
