The man charged over a destructive fire in Warners Bay has been identified as 47-year-old Joseph Allan Green, who faced Belmont Local Court yesterday, Tuesday 10 June 2025.
Green appeared in custody via audio visual link before Magistrate S Olischlager, represented by Ms Winter. The court heard allegations that Green deliberately set fire to a home, SUV, and motorcycle on Margaret Street, Warners Bay, late Monday night. The property was unoccupied at the time and was destroyed by the blaze.
Green has been charged with “Damage property by fire/explosive greater than $15,000 (Domestic Violence-related)”, a Tier 1 offence.
The prosecution was led by Police Prosecutor Sgt Harvey. The court formally refused bail, and Green was remanded in custody.
His matter is next listed for mention on Monday, 23 June 2025 at 9:30am at Belmont Local Court. He is scheduled to appear via audio visual link, under a Section 77 Prisoner Order.
The investigation into the incident remains ongoing.