Police are investigating a suspicious fire that caused extensive damage to a house and car in Aldinga Beach in the early hours of Saturday morning.

Just after 2am on 15 March, emergency services were called to Illman Crescent following reports of a tree on fire. When police and Metropolitan Fire Service (MFS) crews arrived, they found the fire had spread to a nearby house and vehicle.

Firefighters quickly brought the blaze under control, but not before it caused significant damage. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.

Fire cause investigators will assess the scene today to determine the origin of the blaze. Police believe the fire was deliberately lit and are urging anyone with information, CCTV, or dashcam footage from the area to contact

Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.