11/02/2019

PSNI To Investigate 'Deliberate' County Tyrone Fire

An investigation has been launched into a "deliberate fire" at a derelict building last night, 10 February.

The blaze happened at around 10pm at a premises in the Derry Road area of Strabane.

The fire service have since confirmed that it was started on purpose.

Sergeant James McLaughlin appealed to anyone who was in the area on Sunday evening, or prior to when the fire was reported and has any information that they believe could assist the investigation to call the non-emergency line quoting reference number 1249 of the 10/02/19.

Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous.



(JG/CM)

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