It will be alleged about 4:45pm, the man was in the vicinity of a shared path along the Swan River near the Tom Perrott Reserve, when he set fire to vegetation. The fire burnt approximately 500 square metres of bushland.
The 54-year-old man from Mosman Park was charged with:
• Two counts of Wilfully Light or Cause to be Lit a Fire Likely to Injure or Damage.
He appeared before the Perth Magistrates Court 25 January 2025 and was bailed to next appear on 14 March 2025. This offence carries a maximum penalty of 20 years' imprisonment.
Timely information received from members of the public was a vital component of this investigation and Strike Force Vulcan officers urge anyone with any information in relation to bush or scrub fires to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via www.crimestoppers.wa.com.au
