The Rodeo was parked on the front lawn of an Echuca residence when it burst into flames about 6am.
Detective Senior Constable Troy Wickham of the Echuca Police said no-one was injured in the blaze.
“The fire has caused extensive damage to the vehicle,” he said.
“We are currently reviewing CCTV and appealing for any witnesses.”
If you have any information regarding the arson attack phone the Campaspe Criminal Investigation Unit on 5483 1500 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Rochester woman dies in fatal crash
A 60-year-old Rochester woman has died after her vehicle crashed into a tree in Redesdale at the intersection of Lyell Rd and Church Lane North about 2.20pm on Sunday, November 6.
The female driver, who was the sole occupant of the car, died at the scene.
Police are investigating the cause of the crash and anyone who witnessed the incident or who has dash cam footage of the vehicle is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
Harness Racing Club broken into
Police are appealing for information in relation to a break-in at the Echuca Harness Racing Club over the weekend.
A number of items were stolen from the club.
Detective Senior Constable James Scambler of the Echuca Police said police believed the theft occurred between Friday, November 4, and Sunday, November 6.
“Any information that can be provided by the public would be greatly appreciated,” he said.
If you have any information phone the Campaspe Criminal Investigation Unit on 5483 1500 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Toyota theft
A 2019 silver Toyota Hilux with a black tray was stolen from an Echuca property on Sunday evening.
The vehicle, with the registration 1MC6II, is believed to have been taken about 7pm on November 6.
If you have witnessed this vehicle, phone the Campaspe Criminal Investigation Unit on 5483 1500 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Man wakes up to five unknown people in his house
Police are appealing for public assistance as they investigate an aggravated home invasion in Rochester after a 51-year-old man was assaulted by five unknown males at his property on Sunday, November 6.
Investigators have been told the resident woke up to five unknown men in his household on Echuca Rd about 11.55pm.
The victim has told police he was assaulted by the men before he escaped to a neighbour’s house and called 000.
The man was taken to hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
The victim described the offenders as being aged between 17 and 25.
One male is described as Caucasian, with brown hair that is longer at the back and around 183cm in height. He was wearing a blue jacket and blue jeans.
Anyone with information or who noticed any unusual activity around that time is urged to contact Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000 or make a report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
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