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02/08/2024
Police Investigating Suspected Arson In Castlederg
An investigation has been launched following a suspected arson in Castlederg on the night of Wednesday, 31 July.
Shortly before 11.30pm, it was reported that a caravan was on fire in Millbrook Gardens. The PSNI and Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS) attended the scene and extinguished the fire. The caravan is said to have been completed destroyed.
NIFRS believe the cause of the fire was deliberate ignition.
Inspector McDermott said: "It is fortunate no one was injured as a result of this arson. As we continue with enquiries, we’re appealing to anyone with information, or who was in the area at the time and saw any suspicious vehicles or activity, or anyone with footage that may assist our investigation, to get in touch.
"The number to call with information is 101, quoting reference 1895 31/07/24, or make a report online via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/
Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org/; always 999 in an emergency."
Shortly before 11.30pm, it was reported that a caravan was on fire in Millbrook Gardens. The PSNI and Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS) attended the scene and extinguished the fire. The caravan is said to have been completed destroyed.
NIFRS believe the cause of the fire was deliberate ignition.
Inspector McDermott said: "It is fortunate no one was injured as a result of this arson. As we continue with enquiries, we’re appealing to anyone with information, or who was in the area at the time and saw any suspicious vehicles or activity, or anyone with footage that may assist our investigation, to get in touch.
"The number to call with information is 101, quoting reference 1895 31/07/24, or make a report online via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/
Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org/; always 999 in an emergency."
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