Man accused of setting VPD officer on fire pleads guilty

Jordan Mutual, 41, has pleaded guilty to one count of assaulting a peace officer in connection with an incident last year in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside. According to the Vancouver Police Department, on April 10, 2025, Mutual used a flammable substance to set a foot patrol officer's uniform on fire while the suspect and the officer were being taken into custody as part of Task Force Barrage.

The officer suffered burns but was able to extinguish the flames, while the second officer suffered singe marks on their uniform. Mutual was also wanted for 10 outstanding warrants, including one for possession of money allegedly involved in illicit activities. A civil forfeiture action by the province resulted in the seizure of over $11,000 in cash from Mutual.

His next court appearance is scheduled for September 21 to confirm a pre-sentence report and schedule a sentencing hearing.