Melbourne Crime Investigation Unit detectives have released CCTV footage and are appealing for public assistance in identifying a man in relation to several bin fires in Melbourne's CBD since early July.
It's believed up to eight bins were deliberately lit on fire by an unknown male in Southbank from 2 July to 2 August, including:
- near the intersection of City Road and Power Street about 10.10am on Friday 3 July
- Haigh Street, near Clarendon Street, about 11.15pm on Tuesday 7 July and Sunday 12 July
- Clarke Street, near City Road, just after 3pm on Monday 27 July
- four bins set alight on City Road between 5.30-8pm on Sunday 2 August
No properties were damaged in the blazes and there were no injuries.
Investigators have released images and CCTV vision of a man they believed can assist with their enquiries.
The man is described as Caucasian, approximately 18-25 years of age with a slim build and was wearing dark coloured clothing.
Anyone with information on any of these incidents is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit an online confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
