ACT Policing media release
Suspicious fire in Scullin
Thursday, 19 June 2008
ACT Policing is investigating a fire which occurred around 10.50pm yesterday (June 18) in a McMaster Street home.
ACT Fire Brigade attended the scene containing the fire within thirty minutes. An initial assessment of the scene determined the fire to be suspicious and the investigation was handed over to police.
No occupants were home at the time of the fire.
Damage to the property is estimated between $100,000 - $150,000.
AFP Forensic Services attended the scene and are currently undertaking an examination of the site.
Police would urge anyone who may have information which could assist police with the investigation, to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via the web site www.act.crimestoppers.com.au.
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