Detectives from the Arson and Explosives Squad have announced a $500,000 reward for information in relation to a fatal house fire at Truganina earlier this year.
Katie Tangey – who was just 27 – died in the January 16 fire on Dover Street.
Police believe the wrong house had been targeted by the arsonists.
Two people were captured on CCTV getting out of a dark coloured vehicle – similar to a BMW X3 or X5 – parked outside the address.
There was a significant explosion and the pair leave the area.
A ring camera at the Dover Street house also captures the moment the house is engulfed, before two men, one carrying what appears to be a jerry can, flee the scene.
A dark coloured vehicle is then captured on CCTV travelling north on Forsyth Road in Truganina at approximately 2.12am.
Arson and Explosives Squad detectives have been working closely with Taskforce Lunar after confirming in February that Victoria Police is of the belief that this arson attack was likely linked to the illicit tobacco dispute.
The image of a man’s face was compiled using CCTV footage which has been enhanced. He is described as Middle Eastern in appearance, aged between 25-30 years old and with a slim build.
Detectives are particularly keen to hear from anyone who recognises the man in the image or has any further information on the nickname provided.
Detective Inspector Chris Murray, Arson & Explosives Squad said they would find those responsible.
“Those responsible for Katie’s death know they targeted the wrong house and they have to live with the knowledge that they are responsible for the horrific death of a completely innocent young woman,” he said.
“We believe we know who directed this crime, and we know we are getting closer to proving who was responsible for carrying it out on the night.
“$500K is a lot of money – hopefully it will encourage those people out there who do know something to do the right thing and come forward. Katie’s family deserve answers.
“I’d ask how these people can live with themselves knowing they’ve done that and I would ask how people who know what the offenders have done, how they can live with this knowledge and not come forward and assist police.”
