Whyalla Stuart arson

About 2.30pm Saturday 4 January, police and fire crews were called to Pickhaven Street after reports that one half of a duplex home was on fire.

Fire crews battled the blazed and were able to quickly bring it under control, however extensive damage was caused to both sides of the property. There were no injuries reported.

Following an investigation, a 29-year-old Whyalla Stuart man was arrested and has been charged with arson. He is expected to be refused bail and will appear in the Whyalla Magistrates Court on Monday.

Fire Cause Investigators are attending the scene. Anyone with further information is asked to contact Crime Stoppers at www.crimestopperssa.com.au or phone 1800 333 000 – you can remain anonymous.