In short:
Multiple cars were torched on Triholm Avenue in Laverton just after 3.30am. Police believe the incident is linked to a Mentone business fire reported minutes earlier.
Suspect fled scene partially on fire
Wyndham detectives are investigating a suspicious blaze that destroyed several vehicles in Laverton early this morning, with police believing it may be linked to an earlier fire in Mentone.
Emergency services were called to Triholm Avenue in Laverton around 3.30am following reports that multiple cars had been set alight. Witnesses say several people were seen smashing car windows before setting the vehicles on fire.
One person believed to be involved was seen fleeing the Laverton scene partially on fire. The group then left the area in what has been described as a white vehicle.
Just ten minutes earlier, emergency crews responded to a separate car fire in Mentone, at the intersection of Nepean Highway and Swanston Street, where flames spread to a nearby business.
Police are treating both incidents as suspicious and believe they may be connected.
Wyndham Crime Investigation Unit is leading the investigation and appealing to the public for assistance. Anyone with information or relevant footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
