Police are investigating a suspicious building fire in Prospect in the early hours of this morning.
About 12.30am on Thursday 27 February, emergency services were called to Prospect Road at Prospect after reports of a fire inside a business premises.
Fire crews were quickly on scene and extinguished the blaze however there was significant damage caused to the shop.
Prospect Road was closed to traffic for a period of time whilst emergency services were at the scene.
Fire Techs attended to determine the cause of the fire, which is believed to have been deliberately lit.
Western District Detectives are investigating the incident and ask anyone who saw any suspicious activity in the area or has information that may assist to contact Crime Stoppers. You can anonymously provide information to Crime Stoppers online at https://crimestopperssa.com.au or free call 1800 333 000.