Hume Crime Investigation Unit detectives are appealing for witnesses following a fire in Westmeadows on Saturday 13th May.
Emergency services responded to a suspicious fire on Grange Place about 5.40am.
It’s believed that an offender attended the address in a white utility, believed to be a Ford Ranger, before pouring accelerant on a vehicle parked in the driveway.
It’s alleged the offender then placed a container of accelerant at the front door of the premises before igniting it, causing it to explode and the house catching fire.
The offender ran from the property igniting the accelerant on the vehicle causing the vehicle to catch fire.
The premises and vehicle were both significantly damaged during the blaze.
Police are appealing for anyone who may have seen a person or persons acting suspiciously or who may have seen a white utility in the area around the time of the fire, with information or CCTV/Dashcam footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
