School fire probe

By Kyra Gillespie

Police are investigating a small fire that broke out at Emerald Primary School over the weekend.

School security personnel discovered the blaze on the basketball courts at around 1.30pm on Sunday 27 January.

It was extinguished by the time the CFA got there.

It’s believed the fire, consisting of grass and clothing, was deliberately lit.

Police have no suspects at this stage.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Pakenham police on 59452500 or Crime Stoppers on 1300 888 000.