Calgary police search for pair suspected in NE Tesla arson

A car thought to belong to suspects in the arson of a Tesla in Calgary's northeast on Jan. 31, 2026. (Calgary police image)

By CityNews Staff

Posted Feb 12, 2026 11:52 am.

Calgary police are looking for two people they say set a Tesla on fire in the city’s northeast last month.

Investigators say it happened just after 4 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 31 on Temple Drive NE near 52 Street NE.

It’s believed the fire was set by two individuals who were driving a white, four-door, 2014-2018 Kia Forte with distinct black hubcaps on its tires.

Anyone who recognizes this vehicle or has any other information is asked too contact police at 403-266-1234 or tip anonymously through CrimeStoppers.

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