Overview

• Emergency crews were called to Murrie Street just before 11:50pm Tuesday and found the home well alight.
• Fire and Rescue NSW extinguished the blaze, but the house was destroyed and the structure collapsed.
• The deceased is believed to be the male resident in his 60s, with formal identification pending.
• Forensic specialists, including an accelerant-detection dog, are working with fire investigators to determine the cause.
• Police established a crime scene and urged anyone with information or CCTV to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 as a report is prepared for the Coroner.