Video shows person inside big rig setting truck on fire, walking away

Video recently captured in Brampton, Ontario, shows an apparent act of arson that destroyed a semi truck.

The video was captured around 11 p.m. on September 23 at Selby Road and Rutherford Road in Brampton.

In the video, you can see an apparent explosion take place in the cab of the truck prior to a person exiting the vehicle and walking away as the truck goes up in flames.

No injuries were reported.

Brampton Fire and Emergency Services shared a photo of the aftermath, showing that the truck was destroyed in the fire.

BFES crews operating near Rutherford rd. S & Selby rd. Tractor Trailer fire, no injuries. Rutherford rd. is closed North and Southbound for operations. @DC_RMartin @BPFFA1068 ^DGM pic.twitter.com/ja0LIvX8Ei

— Brampton Fire & Emergency Services (@BramptonFireES) September 24, 2023

You can take a look at the video below.

Anyone with information is asked to call Peel Regional Police at 905-453-3311.