Shops Ablaze In Heatherton

Police are investigating a suspicious fire in Heatherton early hours this morning.

Emergency services responded to reports of two shops on fire at a shopping centre on Heatherton Road about 12.45am.

No one was inside either of the premises at the time of the fire.

The fire caused significant damage to the two shops.

A crime scene has been established and an arson chemist will attend the scene in the morning.

The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fire remains ongoing.

Anyone who has CCTV, dashcam footage or any other information that could assist police with their enquiries is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

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