Police are investigating a fire that damaged a property in Abergowrie yesterday morning, 24 July.

Shortly before 8:30am, police and emergency services were called to Copleys Road following reports that a house and two vehicles had been extensively damaged by fire.

A 79-year-old man sustained serious burn injuries and was transported to Townsville University Hospital in a serious condition.

Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the fire.

Police are appealing to anyone with information, or relevant CCTV, dashcam or other vision, to come forward.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au or call 131 444.

Quote this reference number: QP2601432390

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