20 Mar 2025 12:54pm
Police uncovered a quantity of illegal tobacco products while investigating a fire at a Pennington business premises in the early hours of this morning.
Police and fire crews were called to the corner of Addison Road and Fortisgreen Avenue about 5.15am on Thursday 20 March by reports of a building fire.
Fire crews worked quickly to extinguish the fire and prevented it spreading to neighbouring premises.
While the investigation into the fire is in its early stages, it is not believed to be suspicious. However, when detectives and fire cause investigators entered and examined the premises this morning, they discovered a small quantity of illicit cigarettes and tobacco products inside.
Western District CIB and Operation Eclipse detectives are investigating.
​Anyone who saw or heard any suspicious activity in the area recently, or has any information that may assist the investigation asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestopperssa.com.au