In a shocking turn of events, a man has been arrested and charged after a house fire tore through a home in Raymond Terrace earlier today. The incident, which occurred at approximately 9:20 am on Moreton Street, has left the community reeling and authorities scrambling to piece together what happened.
According to witnesses, police were called to the scene after reports that a man had threatened to set the home alight. Upon arriving, officers from Port Stephens-Hunter Police District discovered the property engulfed in flames, with Fire and Rescue NSW firefighters working tirelessly to extinguish the blaze. Unfortunately, the damage was significant, and the home has been left in ruins.
Despite the heroic efforts of first responders, the chaos did not end there. The 63-year-old male believed to be responsible for the fire was apprehended at the scene and taken into custody at Raymond Terrace Police Station. He has since been charged with malicious damage by fire and is set to appear before the Raymond Terrace Local Court today, Friday 17 March 2023.
The motive behind the alleged arson attack remains unclear, and residents in the area are understandably shaken by the incident. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward and assist with their ongoing investigations.
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