Northern Grampians Crime Investigation Unit detectives are appealing for public assistance following a fire in Ararat.
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Investigators have been told discarded cardboard boxes were set alight in the rear yard of a store on High Street on Wednesday January 19 around 12.30pm.
The blaze then spread to a shipping container containing donated clothing.
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The fire caused about $30,000 damage to the adjoining building.
Detectives have released an image and CCTV of a person riding an electric bike who may be able to assist with their enquiries.
The person was wearing a dark long-sleeved jacket, khaki-coloured pants and light-coloured shoes.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
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