Man died in suspicious North Perth fire as 49yo Peter Jarman. Major Crime Squad launches probe

A man has died in hospital after being injured in a suspicious fire at a North Perth apartment, with senior detectives called in to investigate what caused the blaze.

The fire broke out at the Charles Street home around 11:00am on Saturday.

Neighbours reported hearing an explosion beforehand.

The man, 49, suffered serious injuries and was taken to Royal Perth Hospital, but he died overnight.

“Major Crime Squad are now investigating the incident,” Sergeant Andrew Maher said.

Police earlier said detectives with the assistance of the Arson Squad were investigating the fire.

The fire caused extensive damage to one of the units.

Source: North Perth apartment fire leaves man dead, Major Crime Squad launches probe – ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)