Suspicious fire at a tobacco store in Ararat involving four offenders, linked to Victoria's "tobacco dispute."

Police are investigating a suspicious fire at a tobacco store in Ararat involving four offenders who broke in, set fire, and fled. The store is located on Barkly Street, and the incident occurred at 3:30am on May 11. Eighteen residents above the store were evacuated as a precaution, but no injuries were reported. The incident is linked to Victoria's ongoing "tobacco dispute."

May 11, 2024
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