02/03/2023

Appeal For Information On Suspected Arson Attack

The PSNI in Newtownards have issued an appeal for information following a suspected arson attack at a workshop in the town.

Eleven vehicles were extensively damaged in a fire at the workshop on the Glenburn Road area, which was reported to emergency service at around 21:45 on Wednesday 01 March.

Police have said that provisional investigation suggests the fire was started deliberately.

Anyone with any information on the fire, or who may have been in the area around the time of the incident, is asked to contact police.


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