At approximately 0353hrs on the morning of Monday 24^th October 2016 Tasmania Police and the Tasmania Fire Service attended a report of a house fire at 374 Back River Road, Magra.

As a result of the fire, the house was destroyed.  A preliminary investigation was conducted by Tasmania Fire Service and Police at the scene.  Whilst the exact cause is yet to be determined, the matter is now being treated as suspicious.

No one was injured as a result and the approximate value of the damage caused to the residence is $100,000.

Any enquiries or information can be directed to Bridgewater CIB at Bridgewater Police Station on 131444 or alternatively contact anonymously Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.