Police arrest man after Torquay house fire

A man has been arrested following a house fire at Torquay yesterday.

Neighbours of the Seaview Rise address notified emergency services of the fire at 9pm.

A vehicle parked in the driveway of the address also caught fire.

A 47-year-old Torquay man was arrested and conveyed to hospital for assessment.

He is expected to be interviewed at a later date.

No one was injured in the blaze although the house was extensively damage.

Anyone with information is urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or log onto www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.

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