02/09/2019

Arrest Over North Belfast Arson

A man has been arrested following an arson attack in north Belfast.

An unoccupied property in the Herbert Street area was targeted at around 7.30am on Sunday morning, 01 September.

Police and the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service attended the scene and ruled the blaze to be deliberate.

A 33-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of arson.

Anyone with information on the incident is urged to contact detectives on 101 quoting reference number 565 of 01/09/19. Details can also be provided anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.



(JG)

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