Teen arrested for arson in southern suburbs

Just after 8.15pm on Wednesday 19 February, police were called to a suspicious grass fire at Christie Creek in the vicinity of Marston Drive, Morphett Vale. The fire caused damage to approximately 60 metres of grass and scrubland.

Fortunately, there were no reports of injuries or damage to property.

Following an investigation, Detectives from Southern District attended a Morphett Vale address and arrested a 13-year-old girl, she was charged with intentionally causing a bushfire and breach of bail.  The teenager did not apply for bail and appeared in Christies Beach Youth Court on Thursday 20 February.

Anyone who may have witnessed any suspicious activity in the vicinity at the time of the alleged offence or may have CCTV or dashcam footage is asked to contact Crime Stoppers.  You can anonymously provide information to Crime Stoppers online at https://crimestopperssa.com.au or free call 1800 333 000.