London police are looking for a man after a restaurant and its surrounding buildings were evacuated because of damage to a natural gas meter.
Police say the damage appears to be "criminal in nature."
Emergency crews were called to Wow Shawarma at 434 Clarence St. around 11:30 Wednesday for reports of a gas leak.
"Neighbouring buildings and residences were evacuated while London Fire, Middlesex-London Paramedic Services and members of the London Police Service worked alongside Enbridge Gas to ensure everyone’s safety," police said in a news release issued Wednesday.
Police say they are looking to speak to a man who was seen in the area and may have information about what happened to the meter. The man is described as Caucasian, between 25-35 years of age, wearing a dark-coloured toque, black jacket, and grey sweatpants. He was carrying a bag at the time, and was last seen heading eastbound from the scene.
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 online anonymously to www.londoncrimestoppers.com
