Firefighters battle Melton shop fire

At 2.53am, Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) crews responded to a call for a shop on fire in Melton.

Crews arrived on scene within four minutes to find the shop fully involved in fire, so the response was escalated.

FRV crews donned breathing apparatus and began attacking the fire as it threatened to spread to adjoining properties. The shops shared a common roof space, so crews fought hard to prevent any fire spread.

One individual was placed in the care of Ambulance Victoria.

The fire was declared Under Control at 3.12am.

The fire was deemed suspicious and will be investigated by Victoria Police.

Firefighters remain on scene to ensure the fire is fully extinguished.