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Teen 'cannon fodder' hired in Melbourne arson spree, police say

Police suspect a series of arson attacks on Melbourne hospitality venues in the past week have been arranged by criminals paying young people to commit the crime.

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ABC AustraliaApr 17, 2026, 6:38 AM

Teen 'cannon fodder' hired in Melbourne arson spree, police say

Police suspect a series of arson attacks on Melbourne hospitality venues in the past week have been arranged by criminals paying young people to commit the crime.

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