Man ruled out as suspect in house blaze as children, mother fight for life
Share this @internewscast.com
Investigators have dismissed a man as a suspect following a suspicious house fire in Melbourne’s south-east, which resulted in serious injuries to two girls and left their mother in critical condition.

The blaze engulfed the two-storey townhouse on Terrigal Street in Chadstone at approximately 9.30pm on Wednesday.

Police believe a gas cylinder exploded in the home, causing the fire.

Police believe a gas cylinder exploded in the home, causing the fire. (Nine)

Two primary school-aged girls and their mother were found huddled together in an upstairs master bedroom.

Firefighters pulled them from the inferno and resuscitated them before they were rushed to hospital with severe burns.

This afternoon, the two girls, aged eight and 10, remained in a stable condition in the Royal Children’s Hospital.

The 37-year-old woman remains in a critical condition at The Alfred hospital.

A 36-year-old man who lives at the property was not home at the time of the fire.

Firefighters pulled them from the inferno and resuscitated them before they were rushed to hospital with severe burns. (Nine)

He has been interviewed by police and ruled out as a suspect, but the fire is still being treated as suspicious.

Police are not looking for anyone else in relation to the incident.

“The detectives intend to interview the female resident of the home, a 37-year-old woman, yet she remains critically injured and presently unable to communicate with police,” stated the police.

The ferocity of the fire caused the roof to cave in, while the remainder of the house suffered smoke and water damage. (Nine)

Neighbours said the moment the home went up in flames was comparable to “a massive bomb”.

“It was essentially a vast fireball, and the ensuing smoke rose for several kilometres… quite a sight,” recounted neighbor Ralph Curtis.

According to Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV), the blaze involved the bedrooms and ensuite on the second floor.

“You’re looking at temperatures of 500 degrees for the firefighters who first entered,” FRV commander Paul Eckholdt said.

The ferocity of the fire caused the roof to cave in, while the remainder of the house suffered smoke and water damage.

Firefighters have been praised for their “heroic actions” to save the occupants.

Anyone who witnessed the fire or has any vision is urged to contact Crime Stoppers. 

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like

Russian Transport Minister Roman Starovoit Found Dead Just Hours After Dismissal by Putin

This story contains references to suicide. Russia’s transport minister was discovered deceased…

Trump Announces 25% Tariffs on Japan and South Korea in Initial Phase

Key Highlights Donald Trump has introduced tariffs targeting Japan, South Korea, South…
Vials of the Pfizer/BioNTech Comirnaty vaccine.

Dismissed Queensland Teachers Allowed to Appeal COVID Vaccine Termination

Teachers sacked for refusing to get the COVID-19 vaccine and small business…
People who lived through the Irish Potato Famine, enslavement in Trinidad and Icelandic measles epidemics all have something in common: Women outlive men in dire circumstances.

The Secret Physical Advantages That Allow Women to Live Longer Than Men

People who experienced the Irish Potato Famine, enslavement in Trinidad, and Icelandic…

Reserve Bank Surprises Economists with Unexpected Interest Rate Decision

While nearly all prominent banks made sure to implement the Reserve Bank’s…
Patterson was found guilty of their murder. Korumburra Baptist Church Leadership Team left a message posted outside the church this afternoon.

Church Speaks Out After Convictions in Mushroom Poisoning Case

The Baptist church community that mushroom murder victims Don Patterson, Gail Patterson,…
French gameshow contestant's epic 21-month winning streak finally ends

French Game Show Contestant’s Remarkable 21-Month Winning Streak Comes to an End

A French game show participant has been dethroned following a record-setting streak…
A man is in serious condition after he and his dog became trapped when a gum tree crushed his ute north-east of South Australia.

Motorist Critically Injured as Strong Winds Cause Tree to Collapse on Truck

A 70-year-old man is in serious condition after he and his dog…
US stocks tumble after Trump's new tariff announcements

US Stock Market Falls Following Trump’s New Tariff Announcements

US stocks fell overnight as President Donald Trump announced a flurry of…

Benjamin Netanyahu nominates Donald Trump for Nobel Peace Prize

Key Points Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has met with US President…
Tradie in court after alleged renovation scam costs families thousands

Construction Worker Faces Court Over Alleged Renovation Scam Affecting Families

A warning has been issued after almost a dozen Perth families allegedly…
Australian musician Ian Moss (left) leaves the John Maddison Tower Courts with his lawyer Paul McGirr in Sydney, Tuesday, July 8, 2025. (AAP Image/Nikki Short) NO ARCHIVING

Cold Chisel Musician Receives Speeding Notice

Cold Chisel guitarist Ian Moss will have to watch his speed whether…