WATCH: Police release CCTV of alleged arson at Gungahlin barber shop as they call for information

ACT Policing would like to speak to anyone who can identify the people in the CCTV footage. Image: Screenshot.

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Newly released CCTV footage shows the moment a person lit themselves on fire during an alleged arson attack in Gungahlin.

At about 11:40 pm on 6 July, two people arrived at the Gold Blade barber shop on Hibberson Street in Gungahlin.

The Hibberson Street barber shop was targeted in an arson attack in July. Photo: Supplied.

“One of these people proceeds to smash the glass front door to the premises with a hammer before the other enters through the shattered glass with a red jerry can, which is then used to douse the premises with accelerant,” according to ACT Policing.

“This person then ignites the accelerant, setting themselves alight in the process, before being extinguished with the assistance of the other person.”

ACT Policing has released CCTV footage showing the alleged attack.

After the alleged arson, the two people left the barber shop, heading in the direction of Hinder Street.

Police would like to speak to anyone who can identify the offenders from the CCTV footage or who may have information about the incident.

The release of the CCTV footage follows a call in early July for anyone with information to come forward.

Anyone who can assist the police investigation is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website. Please quote 7792682. Information can be provided anonymously.