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Detectives investigate Morwell fires

Latrobe Crime Investigation Unit detectives are investigating a series of suspicious fires in Morwell this morning (3 April).

Emergency services were initially called to a hotel on Collins and Buckley streets about 3.40am after reports of a fire.

No one was injured during the blaze.

A short time later, police and emergency services responded to another fire at a home on Hopetoun Avenue.

The house was destroyed, however no one was inside at the time.

Police were then called to a third fire, also on Hopetoun Avenue, about 6.10am.

The house was vacant at the time.

At this stage police believe the three fires are linked.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at

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