Horse stable fire, Calliope
Police are investigating a fire that damaged a horse stable early this morning at Calliope.
Initial investigations indicate the fire occurred shortly after midnight on Macullum Street.
A dressage horse that was inside the stable died, and a man received minor burns attempting to save it.
The man was transported to hospital for treatment to his injury.
The cause of the fire has not yet been determined. A crime scene has been declared whilst investigations are conducted.
Police are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed anything suspicious in the area at the time to contact police.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.
Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.
