Police charge two over suspicious fire in Caulfield

Police have charged two men following a fire that destroyed a business in Caulfield last year.

Emergency services were called to a fire at a fast-food store on the corner of Glen Huntly and Hawthorn Roads about 4.30am on Friday 10 November 2023.

Moorabbin Crime Investigation Unit detectives have charged a 27-year-old man from St Albans with arson and theft of motor vehicle.

He has been bailed to appear at Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on 2 February.

A 25-year-old man from Preston has been charged with arson, robbery, theft of motor vehicle and other offences.

He has been remanded to appear at Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on today.

As enquiries continue, anyone with information that could assist investigators is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.

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