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- Friday, 22 August 2025 at 1:09 pm
Geelong Crime Investigation Unit detectives are investigating a suspicious fire at Portarlington Police Station overnight.
It is understood unknown offenders poured an accelerant on the front entrance of the station on Newcombe Street sometime between 4pm on 21 August and 8am on 22 August.
No one was inside the station at the time, and the offenders did not gain entry.
The fire self-extinguished overnight, and the damage was located by officers arriving to start their shifts this morning.
The outside of the station, as well as the inside of the foyer sustained minor damage.
An arson chemist will attend the scene today, and a crime scene remains in place.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Anyone who witnessed the incident, with CCTV/dashcam footage or with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit an online confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
Katherine McLeod
Media Unit
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