DETECTIVES are investigating a fire which ripped through a St Albans house.
Firefighters were called to the Main Rd West property on 8 January after smoke was seen billowing from the building.
After surveying the property, fire investigators deemed the fire to be suspicious and notified police.
Detectives had previously executed a drug warrant on the home where quantities of cannabis were removed.
The home had been unoccupied for some time.
An arson chemist examined the scene.
Anyone with any information can contact Sunshine police on 9313 3333.