Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a suspicious fire which occurred in Hoppers Crossing this morning.
Emergency services were called to a tobacconists on Hogans Road about 4am after reports the store was on fire.
Fire crews quickly extinguished the blaze.
An arson chemist will attend later today to determine the cause but at this stage the fire is being treated as suspicious.
Anyone who witnessed the incident, with vision or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
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