Police are appealing for witnesses following a suspicious fire at a tobacconist in Strathpine last night, July 31.
Initial investigations indicate at approximately 10pm, a white Nissan Navara utility drove into security bollards at the front of a shop along Gympie Road.
The vehicle was then set alight.
A 26-year-old Warner man, who was nearby at the time, was subsequently assaulted by three people.
The trio then left the scene on foot.
The 26-year-old man was transported to the Prince Charles Hospital with minor injuries.
A crime scene was declared and investigations are ongoing.
Anyone with information is urged to contact police.
It is understood the Nissan was stolen from a Booval address between July 9 and 11.
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 or call 131 444.
Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.
