A man has been charged with arson after a Western Australian childcare centre went up in flames, resulting in $500,000 worth of damage.
Police allege a 35-year-old man entered a childcare centre on Truarn Street in Mandurah about 6.30pm yesterday and set various items alight, resulting in a large fire.
The fire ripped through a patio area and damaged the main building.
Police allege the man set several items alight, resulting in a large fire. (9News)
It is estimated the alleged arson attack caused an estimated $500,000 in damages.
The alleged offender was arrested and charged with one count of criminal damage by fire and one count of burglary.
Police also allege the man assaulted a police officer while under arrest.
It is estimated the fire caused $500,000 in damage. (9News)
He was then charged with one count of assaulting an officer and two counts of obstructing officers.
The injured police officer was taken to hospital for treatment and has since been released.
The charged man will appear in Perth Magistrates Court today.