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‘Suspicious’ truck fire

Police are investigating a suspicious truck fire in Silvan on February 7, 2025. Emergency services were called to reports of a fire at a Parker Road business property about 12.30 am.
By Tanya Steele

Police are investigating a suspicious truck fire in Silvan last week on February 7.

Emergency services were called to reports of a fire at a Parker Road business property about 12.30 am.

Officers discovered a truck had been significantly damaged by fire and the windows of a second truck had been smashed.

A spokesperson from police media said investigators believe that offenders also damaged a gate on the property.

“There were no reported injuries,” they said.

The investigation remains ongoing.

Anyone who witnessed the incident, has dash cam/CCTV footage or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

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