Man charged with attempted murder after Yeronga blaze
A 36-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder following a shocking unit fire in Brisbane’s south.
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A man has been charged with attempted murder following investigations into a building fire at Yeronga Sunday.
In the early hours of Sunday morning emergency services were called to a unit that was on fire in Cowper St.
Police evacuated neighbouring residents before the fire was brought under control.
Dutton Park detectives have since arrested a 36-year-old Mount Gravatt East man who has been charged with attempted murder (domestic violence offence), arson (domestic violence offence) and three counts of wilful damage.
He will appear in Brisbane Magistrates Court tomorrow.
Police said an investigation into the blaze was continuing.
Emergency accommodation has been arranged for residents of the building.
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