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Detectives probe suspect house and car fires

POLICE are investigating two fires that occurred in Dandenong this month.
The first fire was at a residence on Avril Street, Dandenong North, about 8.45pm on 6 January.
Police said a neighbour called the CFA when they noticed a fire in the front room of the house.
Firefighters managed to extinguish the blaze but the house sustained major damage.
No-one was home at the time of the incident.
The second fire occurred about 3.30am on 8 January.
Police said a stolen Mazda Coupe parked on the wrong side of the road was set alight. Firefighters extinguished the blaze.
Anyone with information about either of these incidents is asked to contact Dandenong police on 9767 7444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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