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18/04/2016
Methodist Church Damaged In Arson Attack
Police have launched an investigation following a fire at a church in south Belfast.
The attack happened at Cairnshill Methodist Church on the Ballylenaghan Road last Thursday night.
A number of fires were started within the building and damage was caused in several rooms.
A motive for the incident has yet to be established.
Detective Inspector Cummings is appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident or anyone with any information that can assist with the investigation to contact Detectives in Lisburn on 101.
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The attack happened at Cairnshill Methodist Church on the Ballylenaghan Road last Thursday night.
A number of fires were started within the building and damage was caused in several rooms.
A motive for the incident has yet to be established.
Detective Inspector Cummings is appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident or anyone with any information that can assist with the investigation to contact Detectives in Lisburn on 101.
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