Overview
- Senior Constable Paul Hogan said on ABC radio that emergency services were called to a Newbury Street house in Werribee just after midnight on Monday and found one resident dead and a second seriously injured.
- The injured resident was taken to hospital with serious injuries and Victoria Police have not released the ages or identities of either person.
- Police say an arson chemist will attend the scene as part of a formal forensic inquiry into the circumstances of the fire.
- Authorities have asked anyone with information to contact CrimeStoppers on 1800 333 000 to assist the ongoing investigation.
- Investigative steps now focus on forensic examination at the property and on public leads, which could establish the blaze’s cause and shape any further police action.