Police have charged a 44-year-old man following investigations into a house fire at Strathpine this morning.
Around 11am, police were called to an address on Lancaster Street following reports of a dwelling engulfed by fire.
A resident of the house, a 60-year-old man, was inside the house at the time of the incident, but was able to exit the dwelling unharmed.
On arrival, police spoke with a number of witnesses who allege the fire was deliberately lit and identified a man at the scene who may be able to assist.
A man was taken into custody at the scene.
The 44-year-old Strathpine man has been charged with one count each of arson and burglary and commit indictable offence.
He is due to appear in the Brisbane Magistrates Court tomorrow, April 14.
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