Police Lay Arson Charge in Inala, QLD

Detectives have charged a woman with arson following investigations into a house fire that occurred in Inala last week.

Around 5.32pm on 30 October, emergency services were called to Tamarind Street following reports of a house fire.

Following ongoing investigations by Acacia Ridge Criminal Investigation Branch and Centenary Crime Team, police located and charged a 26-year-old Toowong woman in Logan today, 7 November.

It will be alleged that the woman was known to a male occupant of the address and deliberately lit the fire after a dispute between the two. She is then alleged to have fled the scene on foot.

The fire extensively damaged the dwelling. No occupants were injured.

The 26-year-old woman has been charged with one count of arson – structure or building domestic violence offence.

She has been remanded in custody and is due to appear in the Richlands Magistrates Court on 9 November.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au or call 131 444.

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