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Hunt for arsonists who targeted play centre three times

Police are investigating the deaths.

Police are investigating the deaths. Photo: AAP

The hunt is on for a gang of arsonists who repeatedly targeted a play centre in Melbourne’s west over the Easter break.

The first attempt happened at about 10pm on Good Friday when a man smashed a window at the Braybrook business, Victoria Police said.

Four offenders then forced their way into the Ashley Street centre and lit a fire at about 2.30am on Saturday.

They took off in a car and were seen driving along on Ballarat Road.

The third attack happened at 3am on Monday, when a group smashed a window and caused significant damage by setting fire to the kitchen.

Anyone who noticed anything suspicious near the centre has been asked to contact investigators.

– AAP

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