Epping car workshop on Gipps Ct hit in ram raid and attempted arson as police investigate
Another northern suburbs business was the target of a ram raid and arson attempt overnight as police investigate.
North
Don't miss out on the headlines from North. Followed categories will be added to My News.
A car repair shop in Melbourne’s north was the target of a ram raid and attempted arson after unknown offenders gained access and tried to torch the garage.
Emergency services were called to an Epping workshop just before 5am Tuesday where crews located a small fire inside the shop.
Police believe unknown offenders drove a vehicle into a car workshop and poured what is believed to be accelerant inside before they fled in the vehicle.
No one inside at the time.
It took one FRV crew under 20 minutes to bring the fire under control.
The incident was then handed over to police and their investigation is ongoing.
Anyone who witnessed the incident, has CCTV/dashcam footage or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
How much would you pay for the Brunswick Jacinda Ardern silo?
An industrial site in Melbourne’s inner north, where heritage-listed silos feature a massive mural of the former New Zealand PM, is up for grabs. See what its selling for.
Revealed: Most bizarre items stolen in 2024
Victoria’s thieves have stolen some truly bizarre items this year. From gorilla statues to live reptiles to McDonalds merchandise, here is a list of all the strangest stolen items this year.