An investigation is underway following a suspicious fire and graffiti at an Eastern Suburbs childcare centre overnight.
Just before 1am (Tuesday 21 January 2025), emergency services were called to a childcare centre on Storey Street, Maroubra, after reports of a fire.
Fire and Rescue NSW attended and found the ground floor well alight. The blaze was extinguished; however, the building sustained extensive damage.
Offensive graffiti was also located spray painted on an external wall.
The building was unoccupied at the time and there were no reports of injuries.
Officers attached to Eastern Beaches Police Area Command established a crime scene and an investigation is underway into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Anyone with information, CCTV and/or dashcam footage is urged to contact Maroubra Police Station.
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