Peel Regional Police say three teens have been arrested after a fire at a Brampton elementary school earlier this month that caused $8 million in damage.
Police said on May 9 around 5:45 p.m., emergency crews were called to St. Leonard Elementary School on Conestoga Drive near Sandalwood Parkway East.
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There were reports of black smoke coming from within the school.
Firefighters quickly found and extinguished a blaze in the office of the school, officials said.
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Officials previously said it could take 12 to 18 months to repair the damage.
Police said two 13-year-old boys and one 14-year-old boy have since been arrested and charged with break and enter, as well as arson causing damage to property.
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