Police are continuing to investigate a suspected arson in Queens Park, after four vehicles were deliberately set on fire in the early hours of Wednesday 3 December.
Emergency services were called shortly after 12.20am following reports that the vehicles had been set alight.
“As part of our investigations, we would like to hear from anyone who was on or around Queens Drive between 12am and 12.30am on Wednesday 3 December, or anyone with information that could assist,” a police spokesperson said.
Police are encouraging anyone with relevant information to come forward. People can contact Police by calling 105, or by submitting information online, using the file number 251203/6133.
Those who wish to remain anonymous can also share information through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
As reported by whatsoninvers.nz on 3rd December: A suspicious fire overnight at Invercargill’s Queens Park has left four contractor trucks destroyed and raised concerns over the potential impact on ongoing storm recovery work.
The fire broke out around 12.20am in the yard of the Queens Park office, where the vehicles belonging to an arborist contractor were parked. Authorities believe the fire was deliberately lit.
“This incident is incredibly disappointing, especially given the tireless work of our staff and contractors in recent weeks to ensure the trees in our parks and reserves were made safe for the community following October’s storm,” said a council spokesperson. Read more: Four Vehicles Torched In Queens Park Fire