Second arson attack Elizabeth North, South Australia

Police are investigating the second suspicious fire at an Elizabeth North duplex home in two days.

Just before 10.30pm Sunday 5 January police and fire crews were called to Rockbourne Street after reports one half of a duplex home was on fire.

Emergency services had been called to a fire at the same house, opposite side of the duplex, at almost the same time the night before, Saturday 4 January.

Fire crews were able to quickly bring the blaze under control but the house was extensively damaged. The property was vacant at the time of the fire and there were no reported injuries.

Police believe the fire was deliberately lit and Crime Scene Investigators will be attending this morning.

Anyone who saw any suspicious behaviour in the area around the time of the fire is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or report on line at www.crimestopperssa.com.au – you can remain anonymous.

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