Mattress Used In Attempted Arson Attack On Hugh Street Home
The offender will be in court today
Townsville firies have been called this morning to an attempted arson attack at a house on the corner of Palmerston and Hugh Street.
It's believed that a mattress was set alight at the property, but the flames were extinguished before extensive damage took over.
A 42-year-old has been charged with attempted arson and will be in court this morning.
Police will continue to guard the scene.