Police investigating bushfires in the Goodna area have arrested three boys.
Around 3pm, on November 26, a large bush fire occurred in the vicinity of Kruger Parade, Redbank.
The fire burnt through a significant parcel of bushland and allegedly threatened homes along Henderson Street and a nearby retirement village on Kruger Parade.
At the time of the fire, several youths were located nearby
An investigation was commenced by local police at Goodna to identify the cause of the fire and any suspects.
At approximately 7pm on the same date, a further suspicious fire was lit in bushland near to Eric and Albert St, Goodna.
The fire had the potential to cause significant damage to nearby homes, however the fire was effectively contained by local fire crews.
Investigations subsequently led to the identification of three male youths.
Ipswich Child Protection Investigation Unit (CPIU) have subsequently charged a 15-year-old boy with setting fire to crops and endangering property by fire.
He will be dealt with under the provisions of the Youth Justice Act.
The remaining two boys aged 15 and 16 are expected to be charged in the coming days.
With fires still active across Queensland, the priority of emergency services is reducing any further impact of the fire, ensuring community safety and protecting property.
The community is asked to work with authorities to prevent fires.
Parents and carers are urged to speak to their children about the consequences of lighting fires in this time of heightened danger and whilst on school holidays.
The consequences can be dire - people can die, properties can be lost.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form 24hrs per day.
You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, by calling 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.
