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Police arrest alleged organiser behind Melbourne arson attacks
Filed: Jul 13, 2026 at 9:05 PM ET
Summary: Police arrested a 20-year-old man accused of organising hospitality arson attacks in Melbourne.
WHO: Police
WHAT: Arrested an alleged organiser accused of tasking offenders with home invasions, kidnappings and arsons targeting nightlife venues
WHEN: Jul 13, 2026 at 8:49 PM ET
WHERE: Melbourne, Australia
WHY: The arrest followed an investigation into alleged home invasions, kidnappings and arsons targeting Melbourne nightlife venues.
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