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18 July, 2025
Fatal house fire investigated
Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal house fire in Carisbrook.
A 77-year-old man has tragically been found dead following a house fire in Carisbrook.
Emergency services were called to the blaze at a property on Church Street around 1.05 am Thursday morning.
A 77-year-old Carisbrook resident was found dead inside the property.
The resident’s family confirmed with The Maryborough District Advertiser the man was long-time local Chris Shaw.
An exact cause for the fire is yet to be determined.
An arson chemist attended the address Thursday morning as part of the ongoing investigation.
Anyone who witnessed the incident, has CCTV or any 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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