Police are investigating an alleged case of Arson in Labasa whereby a house together with a 4-tonne truck was burnt down.

Assistant Spokesperson, Inspector Atunaisa Sokomuri said the 62 year old owner who is a businessman of Tunoloa, Cakadrove was away in Savusavu when the incident took place on Saturday.

Initial investigation reveals that its an alleged arson case.

The cost of damage is estimated around $116,000.