NSW Police release CCTV amid Penrith fire investigation

Police have released fresh security footage of a man in a bid to make a breakthrough over a suspicious fire that tore through a property in Sydney’s west.

Police have released fresh security footage of a man after a suspicious fire tore through a property in Sydney’s west last year.

Firefighters were called to a home on Lethbridge Street in Penrith shortly before 3.40am on February 2, 2023, following reports it was on fire.

Upon arrival crews were faced with intense flames engulfing the property.

Firefighters extinguished the blaze but the building was destroyed.

Officers from Nepean Police Area Command established a crime scene and commenced inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the blaze.

Police believe this man may be able to assist help with their inquiries into a fire at Penrith.

Pictures: NSW Police

As part of ongoing inquiries, detectives established strike force Balix to investigate the fire and have released CCTV footage of a man who may be able to assist with inquiries.

The man depicted is described as being of Caucasian appearance, aged between 20 and 30 years of age, of slim build, with long dark red/brown hair.

He is shown wearing long dark pants, shirtless with a dark coloured shirt tied around his waist and dark shoes.

Anyone able to recognise the person, or has information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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