Police have arrested and charged a 40-year-old man with arson following a fire at a house in Iona Court, Ravenswood, on Friday morning.
The charge stems from a fire about 6.15am on Friday, with Tasmania Fire Service and Tasmania Police attending the emergency call.
A smouldering fire at the rear of the house was extinguished shortly after emergency crews arrived.
There were no injuries reported, although there was some damage to property.
The fire was assessed by the TFS Fire Scene Examiner and police allege the fire was deliberately lit.
Anyone with information, or who may have seen someone acting suspiciously at the property on Friday morning, is asked to contact police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or at www.crimestopperstas.com.au. Information can be provided anonymously. Quote OR 781394
