Invercargill Police are asking for help from the public as they investigate an arson in Crinan Street on the night of Monday 9 May.
The house was destroyed in the blaze which occurred between 9.30pm and 10pm.
Police are calling for help identifying a male who was seen entering the address a short time before the fire. He is described as of short and skinny build wearing a black tight fitting hoodie, his race is unknown.
Anybody with information that may assist police is urged to contact Detective Constable Alun Griffiths on 03 211400 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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