Emergency crews responding to fatal house fire in Goldie

Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal house fire in Goldie on 5 August.

Emergency services were called to Mt William Road following reports of the fire about 10.30pm.

A female resident of the property was located deceased this afternoon.

A second person sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to hospital for treatment where he remains under police guard.

The area has been cordoned off and a crime scene has been established.

The exact cause of the 60-year-old woman’s death as well as the cause of the fire is yet to be determined at this stage

Anyone who witnessed the incident or with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.

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