Menu
24/06/2019
Appeal After Belfast Arson Attack
Police are appealing for information following an arson attack in Belfast.
Reports emerged that a property in Pretoria Street was on fire in the early hours of Sunday morning, 23 June.
The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service later deemed the blaze deliberate.
Detective Sergeant Eric Fairfield said: "This was a reckless act and it's fortunate no one was injured.
"Enquiries are continuing and we are appealing to anyone who witnessed anything suspicious in the area to contact Detectives in Musgrave on 101, quoting reference number 462 of 23/06/19."
Officers are particularly keen to speak to a man reportedly seen in the area at the time. He is described as being in his mid to late 30s, approximately 5'9" with tanned skin, short hair and believed to have been wearing a navy tracksuit.
Details can also be provided anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
(JG/CM)
Reports emerged that a property in Pretoria Street was on fire in the early hours of Sunday morning, 23 June.
The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service later deemed the blaze deliberate.
Detective Sergeant Eric Fairfield said: "This was a reckless act and it's fortunate no one was injured.
"Enquiries are continuing and we are appealing to anyone who witnessed anything suspicious in the area to contact Detectives in Musgrave on 101, quoting reference number 462 of 23/06/19."
Officers are particularly keen to speak to a man reportedly seen in the area at the time. He is described as being in his mid to late 30s, approximately 5'9" with tanned skin, short hair and believed to have been wearing a navy tracksuit.
Details can also be provided anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
(JG/CM)
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
16 December 2024
Christmas Cheer For New North Belfast Residents
Christmas has come early for 12 families in north Belfast as they settle into their new homes. The total cost of the homes located in Alloa Street is £2.6m including grant funding of £1.6m from the Department for Communities through the Northern Ireland Housing Executive.
Christmas Cheer For New North Belfast Residents
Christmas has come early for 12 families in north Belfast as they settle into their new homes. The total cost of the homes located in Alloa Street is £2.6m including grant funding of £1.6m from the Department for Communities through the Northern Ireland Housing Executive.
13 December 2024
£645,000 Worth Of Drugs Seized At Belfast Airport
Police have seized £645,000 worth of drugs at Belfast International Airport in a four-week operation. The operation, conducted by the Police Service of Northern Ireland's Organised Crime Branch and the Organised Crime Task Force, targeted drug importation by organised crime groups.
£645,000 Worth Of Drugs Seized At Belfast Airport
Police have seized £645,000 worth of drugs at Belfast International Airport in a four-week operation. The operation, conducted by the Police Service of Northern Ireland's Organised Crime Branch and the Organised Crime Task Force, targeted drug importation by organised crime groups.
13 December 2024
New Special School Opens In Belfast
A new special school, Deanby Centre, has opened its doors in Belfast. Education Minister Paul Givan officially opened the school, which is located on the site of the former Our Lady's Primary School in North Belfast.
New Special School Opens In Belfast
A new special school, Deanby Centre, has opened its doors in Belfast. Education Minister Paul Givan officially opened the school, which is located on the site of the former Our Lady's Primary School in North Belfast.
13 December 2024
Three Police Officers Injured In Belfast Incident
A 35-year-old man has been arrested following an incident in which three police officers were assaulted in the early hours of this morning, Friday 13 December. The incident occurred around 12:20 AM on Dublin Road. When officers attempted to speak to the driver of a suspicious vehicle, he assaulted them and drove off a short distance.
Three Police Officers Injured In Belfast Incident
A 35-year-old man has been arrested following an incident in which three police officers were assaulted in the early hours of this morning, Friday 13 December. The incident occurred around 12:20 AM on Dublin Road. When officers attempted to speak to the driver of a suspicious vehicle, he assaulted them and drove off a short distance.
20 August 2021
Police Appeal For Information On East Belfast Fire
The PSNI have issued an appeal for information following a fire at a property in the Ashmount Park area of east Belfast in the early hours of Thursday 19 August.
Police Appeal For Information On East Belfast Fire
The PSNI have issued an appeal for information following a fire at a property in the Ashmount Park area of east Belfast in the early hours of Thursday 19 August.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherThis Evening and Tonight:Cloudy with outbreaks of rain, these heavy at times. Strong southerly winds, with gales in the evening across eastern counties. Winds easing and becoming westerly through the early hours. Minimum temperature 8 °C.
