Updated 3:15pm, Friday: A fire that damaged part of a Barrack Street nightclub this morning was likely deliberately lit.
Police say detectives are investigating the suspicious Men’s Gallery blaze, which caused $30,000 to $40,000 of damage, and have appealed for witnesses to come forward.
“Police would like to speak to anyone with information in relation to the fire, suspicious activity in the area around the time or CCTV or dash cam,” a spokesperson said.
“Information can be provided direct to South East CIB on 131 444 and quote OR787715.”
Earlier: Firefighters have extinguished a small fire at a Barrack Street nightclub early this morning.
Emergency services were called to the Men’s Gallery on the outskirts of the Hobart CBD around 6am on Friday.
The blaze was quickly brought under control, with crews containing the fire before it could spread through the venue.
A Tasmania Fire Service spokesperson said investigators would examine the scene this morning to determine what sparked the fire.
No injuries have been reported, while the extent of damage to the property remains unclear.
The adult venue opens Thursday to Saturday evenings.
