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15/08/2016
Woman And Children Escape Injury Following Arson Attack In South Belfast
A woman and three children have escaped injury after an arson attack in south Belfast.
The attack happened at a property in the Ormeau Embankment area at around 6.20am on Saturday, 13 August.
Flammable liquid was poured through the letterbox of the house and damage was caused to the inside and outside of the front door.
Emergency services attended the scene and put out the blaze.
Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.
(CD)
The attack happened at a property in the Ormeau Embankment area at around 6.20am on Saturday, 13 August.
Flammable liquid was poured through the letterbox of the house and damage was caused to the inside and outside of the front door.
Emergency services attended the scene and put out the blaze.
Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.
(CD)
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