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Gore Police are following positive lines of enquiry in the investigation of a suspicious house fire in Waikaia.

On Wednesday 21 February 2024, emergency services were alerted to a house fire on Elswick Street just after midnight.

Thankfully there were no injuries, however the house and two vehicles on the property sustained extensive damage in the incident.

Detective Sergeant Brian McKinney says Police are determined to hold the person responsible accountable, and while an offender has not been located at this stage, we’re making progress to an arrest.

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“There are positive leads in our investigation that we are looking into, however we continue to appeal to the public for any information they have on this incident.”

Police appreciates this arson was some time ago, however any information provided by the public could be pivotal to the investigation.

“We know there are people out there who may know something about this house fire, and we would like them to get in touch.”

“If you know anything, we encourage you to come forward and speak to us.”

Anyone with information can get in touch with Police online through 105.police.govt.nz, clicking “Update Report” or by calling 105.

Please use the reference number 240222/8704.

Information can also be provided through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

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