Police make arrests after Southbank fire

Melbourne Crime Investigation Unit detectives have arrested two teenagers following a fire in Southbank yesterday afternoon.

Emergency services were called to a building fire on Clarendon Street just after 4pm.

No one was inside the abandoned warehouse at the time of the incident, and no one was injured.

The 13-year-old and 15-year-old males from Little River and Safety Beach were arrested at Southern Cross Station this afternoon and are currently assisting investigators with their enquiries in relation to arson and other matters.

Investigators are not looking for anyone else in connection to the incident at this stage.

Clarendon Street between City Road and Whiteman Street on the west side will remain closed until the area can be deemed safe.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

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