UPDATE: A suspicious fire has completely gutted a Mercedes-Benz outside a home in Wodonga, prompting an urgent investigation by local authorities. Firefighters rushed to the scene, located at the rear car park of a former motel on Day Street, after an emergency call was made at 10:45 PM on July 28.
The blaze left the dark sedan extensively damaged, raising alarms among residents and officials. The vehicle has since been towed for forensic testing as detectives from Wodonga work to uncover the cause of the fire.
Local authorities are actively seeking security camera footage and additional information from the public. Anyone with details is urged to call police at (02) 6049 2600 or report anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000.
This incident follows another concerning event, as police report a separate investigation involving a three-car crash in central Wodonga on the same night. The community is on high alert as these incidents unfold, highlighting rising safety concerns.
Stay tuned for updates as this story develops.
