A Thamesford man is facing charges after police and fire crews responded to a car fire in downtown London.
Just after 4pm Wednesday, fire crews were called to Dundas St. near Wellington St. to put out the blaze. Police say two men were in the vehicle when one allegedly set the fire. Both men's clothing caught fire before they escaped the car. They were able to put the flames on their clothes out.
Two London police foot patrol officers who were in the area arrested one of the men, while the other was found in a nearby store. Both were taken to hospital where they are in critical condition.
William McDonald, 28, of Thamesford is charged with arson causing bodily harm, aggravated assault, and breach of a recognizance.
Police are still investigating.
Anyone with information in relation to this incident is asked to call the London Police Service at (519) 661-5670 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Information can also be sent in on-line anonymously to www.londoncrimestoppers.com.
