“All parties involved in the incident were known to each other and the fire is being treated as suspicious,” she said.
No charges were filed in connection with the fire.
Neighbors of Sutherland Street said at home Nine news they heard what sounded like a bomb before the flames engulfed the front room of the house.
Firefighters were on Monday at the scene of the house fire. Credit:Nine news
A resident who was only identified as Kylie said her husband heard a “big pop” and saw a teenage girl, with burns running on her legs on the street.
“When I saw her, her shorts were burned. Her legs were burned. Her hands were burned,” she said.
More than 25 firefighters battled the blaze, which lasted about half an hour to get under control.
Anyone who has witnessed the incident or with further information is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000 or submit a report to www.crimestoppers.com.au.
If you or anyone you know needs support, you can contact the National Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence Counseling Service at 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732), Lifeline 131 114 or Beyond Blue 1300 224 636.
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