Arson Suspect Busted in Bridlewood Case

0:00It's April 21st, Calgary News today starts now, AI-powered and ready. Calgary Police just busted a 49-year-old man in that arson case from a bridal wood home back in April. Michael Keith Kaisley faces serious charges like arson, with disregard for human life after allegedly torching a detached garage and trying to light up. The main house, too. Earlier this month on April 1st, around 3am, flames broke out in the 100 block of bridal wood, Avenue, Southwest. Cops from the arson unit, pieced it together quick. Two suspects crept into the backyard, set the garage on fire, took a shot at the house, then pealed. Out in a waiting vehicle, no one got hurt, but the close call shook up the neighborhood, highlighting how fast these spires can spread in residential spots. The getaway car turned out to be stolen, which gave investigators a solid lead. District six officers tracked down Kaisley with the stolen ride, along with drugs, stolen property worth over $5,000 and some under.

1:01Plus a fire arm that sparking extra charges. He also got hit with driving while disqualified and traffic violations. Meanwhile, he's due back in court tomorrow, April 22nd, as the case pushes forward with the full weight of the evidence.