CCTV captures arsonist setting Glenroy gym alight
An arsonist who gutted the rear of a gym in Melbourne's north-west failed to notice the CCTV cameras capturing his every move.
Security cameras caught him lighting what appears to be a piece of fabric near a pile of cardboard boxes on Friday at 12.30pm outside the Glenroy gym.
Video shows the man fanning the flame and recording a video of the crime scene, while posing for a few selfies.
CCTV has captured the gym go up in flames. Nine
The arsonist was recorded on camera. Nine
The firebug eventually stumbled off towards Glenroy train station.
The blaze destroyed the back of the building, with the flames spreading into the gym and causing tens of thousands of dollars damage to The Pit Gymnasium's equipment.
"I feel sorry for the guy … but not impressive seeing your business go up in smoke," owner Julian Linger told 9News.
The gym has been extensively damaged. Nine
Police believe the man is aged in his 20s-30s. They have appealed for anyone with information or who recognises the man to come forward.
"Equivalent to a double car garage is completely decimated along with large skip bins," Senior Constable Dominic Tarquinio said.
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