Police seek John Vang; Arson Suspect; Yakitori Sushi

An arrest warrant has been issued for John Vang (36-years-old). See attached photo. He is the second suspect fleeing the business seen in the surveillance video on the APD Facebook page (click hyperlink for video). The suspect is believed to have burn injuries to his lower body. He’s not the suspect whose glove caught fire and detectives still need the public’s help in identifying and/or locating him.

The public’s response to helping the Anchorage Police Department and the Anchorage Fire Department has been very helpful. Those involved in these crimes should know that the public is actively assisting us with tips and evidence. The ability for detectives to identify John Vang is a great example of spotting something or someone suspicious (in person or smartphone/surveillance video) and calling the police.

If you have any information about the suspects and/or this investigation, including video (smartphone/and or surveillance) and the suspect's whereabouts, please call Dispatch at 311 or Crime Stoppers at 907-561-STOP to remain anonymous.