Police are investigating a suspicious arson fire that completely destroys a home in Essendon, the outlets report. Multiple sources say the property is owned by the sister of a so-called gangland boss, and that investigators are now working to determine how the blaze started and whether any motive is connected to organised crime or other local factors.
According to the reports, the fire leaves the house destroyed, with authorities describing the incident as suspicious. Police are carrying out inquiries at the scene and seeking information that could help identify a cause and any suspects involved. None of the sources provide details on arrests or charges, and they do not specify whether any accelerants were found.
The articles consistently state that the investigation is ongoing and that police are still determining the circumstances of the attack.
