Woman Charged With Arson in Bridgewater House Fire

A 42 year old Bridgewater woman has been charged with arson following a suspicious house fire in Bridgewater this morning.

Emergency services were called to a Cowle Road address about 8am, following reports of a house on fire.

Tasmania Fire Service investigators determined the fire to be deliberately lit, with Bridgewater CIB launching an investigation.

Earlier this afternoon a 42 year old Bridgewater woman was taken into custody and charged with one count of arson.

She will appear in the Hobart Magistrates Court on 3 June.

Anyone with information should contact Bridgewater CIB on 131444 or report to Crime Stoppers on 1800333000 or crimestopperstas.com.au. You can stay anonymous.

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