Fire at Ballajura Property Leads to Discovery of Deceased Person
Emergency services responded to reports of smoke coming from a garage on Sunday at approximately 3:49 PM.
Incident Overview
The Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES) received a report of smoke issuing from a garage at a property on Alicia Gardens in Ballajura. WA Police were informed of the incident shortly afterward, around 4:00 PM.
Discovery of Deceased Person
During a subsequent scene examination, police discovered a deceased person inside the premises.
Investigation
Officers from the Midland Detectives Office and the Arson Squad are currently attending the scene. The cause of the fire is under investigation. A DFES spokesperson stated that due to the nature of the incident, police are managing the response.
Current Situation
A major police operation is underway, with a heavy emergency presence on the street. The circumstances surrounding the fire are not yet known.