The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) are hoping for public assistance in identifying images of two males and three females who are persons of interest in the investigation of a north Edmonton arson that gutted the accessible playground at St. Pius X Catholic Elementary School in July.

The images were released Sunday.

On Saturday, July 12, 2025 at approximately 8 a.m., EPS and Edmonton Fire Rescue Services (EFRS) responded to a fire in the area of 122 Avenue and 128 Street.

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The fire that destroyed the Sherbrooke playground known as “Purple Park” was determined to be arson.

The equipment, which was specially built to be accessible for children with mobility challenges, was severely damaged and will remain closed until further notic

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