A derelict house on a demolition site in Stud Road, Dandenong, was destroyed by fire at 12.45pm on August 26.
Detective Sergeant Shane Pola said someone had started a paper fire that spread into the roof.
Anyone with information about the incident can call Crime Stoppers, 1800 333 000 or visit crimestoppers.com.au.
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