Detectives from Maroondah Crime Investigation Unit (CIU) are investigating after a man set fire to a petrol bowser in Croydon North last month.
Investigators have been told a male attended a service station on Maroondah Highway just after 4am on Sunday, 7 February.
He removed the fuel pump from a bowser and ignited the pump handle with a cigarette lighter, causing the residual fuel to burn.
The male dropped the bowser and fled on foot east on Maroondah Highway.
CCTV released today depicts a man who police believe may be able to assist with their enquiries regarding the incident.
He is perceived to be Caucasian in appearance, approximately 183cm tall with blonde hair, medium build and aged in his late 40s to early 50s.
At the time of the offence he was wearing a blue jacket, black pants and black shoes.
Anyone who recognises the man is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
Quotes attributable to Maroondah CIU Detective Senior Constable Justin Hunter:
"This behaviour could have caused catastrophic injuries to not only to the male involved, but to property and people who were nearby at the time.
"We are keen to speak to anyone who may be able to assist with identifying this man as part of our ongoing investigation."
