Fatal house fire in Goldsborough

Police will prepare a report for the Coroner following a fatal house fire in Goldsborough on Friday.

Emergency services were called the blaze at a home in Goldsborough Road on 13 June about 9am.

The alarm was raised after a neighbour noticed smoke billowing from the property.

Sadly the body of a man was found when the fire was extinguished.

The body is yet to be formally identified however it is believed the deceased is the resident of the home, a 79-year-old man.

An arson chemist attended the scene and the investigation surrounding the circumstances remains ongoing.

At this early stage however the fire appears to be non-suspicious.

Anyone who witnessed the fire or with dashcam vision is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.

Acting Senior Sergeant Julie-Anne Newman

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