05/05/2017

Man Charged With Fire Offences In Co Down

A man has been charged with a number of fire offences in Co Down.

Reports were made that the suspect was carrying a gun and attempting to stop vehicles on the Comber Road in Killinchy on Wednesday evening, 03 May.

A 27-year-old was arrested in connection with the incident and is due to appear before Newtownards Magistrates' Court on Friday, 05 May.

(CD)

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