23/08/2021

Appeal Issued Following Arson Attack In West Belfast

Police are appealing for information following an arson attack at a block of flats in west Belfast.

A pram was set on fire in a communal hallway of flats in the Woodvale Road area at around 5.30am on Sunday.

Two people were take to hospital for smoke inhalation and emergency services attended the scene.

Smoke and fire damage was caused by the blaze which is believed to have been started deliberately.


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