GREATER GEELONG: Charges over fire
Geelong Crime Investigation Unit detectives charged a man following a suspicious fire in Corio.
Investigators allege a man was seen lighting a rubbish pile on fire outside a property on Sharland Rd about 6.10pm on Tuesday, August 11.
The fire spread to the house, which sustained extensive damage.
Three occupants inside the property were evacuated safely and there were no injuries.
Detectives executed a warrant a property in Corio and arrested a 56-year-old man.
He was charged with:
• criminal damage by fire – arson
• conduct endangering life,
• conduct endangering persons
• handle stolen goods
The Corio man was bailed to appear at Geelong Magistrates’ Court on 16 September.

