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- Tuesday 13 May 2025 at 10:31 am
Shepparton Crime Investigation Unit detectives have arrested a man following a series of fires in bushland in the Greater Shepparton area.
It will be alleged eleven fires were lit in Shepparton and Mooroopna between Thursday 1 and Monday 12 May.
The fires impacted numerous plants, trees and grassland, but there were no threats to any properties.
Detectives arrested a 76-year-old Mooroopna man yesterday.
He is expected to be charged on summons.
Police continue to appeal for anyone who witnessed the incident, has CCTV/dashcam footage or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
John McLaughlan
Media Unit
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