POLICE taped off the entirety of Futcher Court in Sale, after one of the houses burnt down last Monday afternoon (January 9).
[There will be more on this story in tomorrow’s Gippsland Times.]
One eyewitness first became aware of the fire at 3.20pm on Monday, and sent photos to the Gippsland Times.
Photo: Contributed
At 4.30pm, the police and the fire brigade were on the scene, with Futcher Ct off limits to the public because of police tape.
A police media statement sent to this reporter said “emergency services were called to a house fire in Sale on Monday, 9 January”.
“The fire caused significant damage to the property when it caught alight just after 3pm. No one was injured,” the statement said.
“The cause of the fire is being investigated however at this stage it’s not being treated as suspicious.
“Anyone who witnessed the incident or with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.”
