Police are continuing to investigate a suspected arson attack on a Bellarine station last week.
It is believed that a flammable liquid was poured outside the Portarlington Police Station on Newcombe Street sometime between 4pm on August 21 and 8am on August 22.
Victoria Police Western Region Division One Superintendent Michael Reid told the Independent on August 26 that investigations into the exact circumstances surrounding the incident were ongoing.
“The scene was forensically examined thoroughly and obtained CCTV is being accessed and reviewed,” he said.
The station was closed at the time of the incident, which caused minor damage to the front and inside of the building.
The fire self-extinguished overnight, and the damage was located by officers arriving to start their shifts.
A crime scene was established by fire crews and uniformed police and an arson chemist attended the scene.
Anyone with information about the incident should contact Crime Stoppers at crimestoppersvic.com.au or 1800 333 000.
