Suspicious truck fire in Hoppers Crossing

The burnt-out truck. (Supplied/Victoria Police) 244747_01

By Alesha Capone

Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a suspicious truck fire in Hoppers Crossing at the weekend.

Detectives believe an accelerant may have been used to set fire to the 1998 Volvo FL10 tip truck on Deloraine Drive about 8.20pm on Saturday, July 17.

The truck was destroyed but no other property was damaged.

Investigators have released CCTV and an image of the burnt-out vehicle.Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au