A chicken kebab store in Lalor has been destroyed following a suspicious fire early this morning.
Emergency services were called to the Station Street scene about 1.15am.
It is believed the offenders entered the store from the rear before they set the shop alight, leaving a burnt-out jerry can behind.
Police are investigating the possibility the offenders may have been injured during the incident as the fire appears to have followed them out to the rear of the store.
Whittlesea Crime Investigation Unit detectives will investigate the circumstances surrounding the fire and whether it is linked to any other recent fires.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or with dashcam footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
