21/04/2016

Man Suffers Burns In East Belfast Arson Attack

A man has suffered burns to his hand following an arson attack at a house in east Belfast.

The attack happened in the My Lady's Road area at around 4am on Wednesday, 20 April.

A container with flammable liquid was set outside the front door of the property and set alight.

The front porch was damaged and the man was treated at the scene.

Police said they are looking for a man wearing a dark-coloured hooded top and trousers and white trainers.

The PSNI are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.

(CD)

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