Richmond RCMP are asking the public for help after what appears to be an arson attack on an apartment building.
Mounties are calling for witnesses after the incident last Monday, June 16 in the 7800 block Saba Road.
Richmond Fire Rescue called police in after a report of a structure fire at the apartment building just after 9 p.m.
Upon investigation, it was determined there was no fire. However, an incendiary device, understood to be a large firework, had caused a small amount of damage to an area near the elevators of the building.
Residents were temporarily evacuated while investigators ensured the damage was contained to the area around the elevator.
Richmond RCMP Serious Crime Unit are canvassing the area for witnesses and reviewing surveillance video footage for potential suspects.
Richmond RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Stephanie Ashton said "it is fortunate no one was injured when the device went off."
Police are asking anyone with information about this incident to contact Richmond RCMP at richmond_tips.richmond.ediv_ [email protected] or, if wish to remain anonymous, call Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS(8477).
