20/08/2003

Man arrested following arson attack

A man has been arrested following an arson attack in north Belfast this morning.

The incident occurred in Newington Avenue just before 1am when a van was set alight.

Police and fire crews attended the scene shortly afterwards.

A police officer suffered minor injuries when she was struck by debris from the van.

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