Suspicious fire, Molendinar
Detectives are investigating a suspicious fire in Molendinar this afternoon.
Preliminary investigations indicate at around 12:20pm two female neighbours alerted emergency services after seeing smoke coming from a Coachwood Drive residence.
The women entered the address and pulled a male occupant after flames were seen coming from inside.
Fire services extinguished the fire however the structure was extensively damaged as a result of the blaze.
A 42-year-old man sustained facial burns and was taken to the Gold Coast University Hospital for treatment.
Police are appealing for anyone who may have seen anything suspicious in the area to contact police.
Investigations into the fire are continuing.
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.
