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Third arrest over fatal Norlane fire

April 1, 2026 11:50 am in by
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A third man has been arrested over a fatal house fire in Norlane, while two others have been released from custody.

A 23-year-old Norlane man was arrested at his address around 9am on Wednesday and will be interviewed by police.

A woman, who is yet to be formally identified, was unable to be revived after a unit block blaze on Thompson Road around 3am on Tuesday.

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A 35-year-old Norlane man and a a 38-year-old Breakwater man were arrested on Tuesday but have since been released pending further enquiries.

Investigations into the circumstances of the blaze are ongoing, with police asking anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.

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