Detectives are investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal house fire in Benalla in the early house of Saturday, August 5.
Emergency services were called to Deas St following reports of the fire around 5.15am.
The body of a person, who is yet to be formally identified, was located inside the property.
The area has been cordoned off and a crime scene has been established.
Arson and Explosives Squad detectives attended the scene along with an arson chemist to determine the cause of the blaze.
The road has since re-opened.
Investigation: Five CFA vehicles and Benalla Police attended a house fire in Deas St, Benalla, just before sunrise on August 5.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au/
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