Building fire, Surfers Paradise

QPS Media on Jul 16, 2023 @ 4:51am

Police are investigating a suspicious fire at a Surfers Paradise unit complex early this morning, July 16.

At 12.45am emergency services responded to a fire at Main Beach Parade on the 10^th floor of the building.

A number of residents were treated for smoke inhalation and no one was unaccounted for.

A man in his 40’s was transported to hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.

Investigators would like to speak to anyone with relevant information.

A crime scene has been declared and investigations 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 or call 131 444.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.

Quote this reference number: QP2301164390

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