Yokine hardware store fire

Arson Squad detectives are seeking information to assist in their investigation into a fire at a hardware store located on Flinders Street in Yokine, in the early hours of this morning, 4 January 2022.

About 12.45am, Police and Department of Fire and Emergency Services were called to the fire. The fire caused an estimate $1M damage to the property.

The cause of the fire has been deemed suspicious at this time and Arson Squad detectives are investigating.

Investigators urge anyone with information relating to this fire, or who has mobile phone or dash-cam vision of the area around the time of the fire, is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Information can also be reported online at www.crimestopperswa.com.au. People reporting information via Crime Stoppers may remain anonymous if they wish.

Rewards of up to $25,000 are available for information that leads to the identification and conviction of an arsonist.

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