A devastating house fire in Melbourne’s outer-west has claimed the life of a woman, leaving the community in shock.
The blaze broke out in the early hours of Tuesday morning, at a property on Cameron Court in Kurunjang.
The Emergency Response
Multiple calls were made to triple-zero at around 3:15am, prompting a rapid response from firefighters.
Crews rushed to the scene and worked tirelessly to extinguish the flames engulfing the brick house.
Despite their best efforts, the fire proved fatal for the female occupant, whose body was discovered inside the property.
Investigation Underway
The cause of the fire is still unknown, but authorities have stated that it is not believed to be suspicious at this stage.
A Victoria Police spokesman confirmed that investigations are ongoing, and police are urging anyone with information to come forward.
If you have any details that could aid the investigation, you can contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Fire Crews Remain on Scene
Fire Rescue Victoria has assured that crews will remain at the property throughout the morning to ensure all hot spots are extinguished.
The community is in mourning, and our thoughts are with the family and friends of the deceased woman. As the investigation continues, we will provide updates on this tragic incident.