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11/07/2007
Orange halls damaged in arson attempts
Detectives in County Armagh are investigating attempted arson attempts on two Orange halls.
At around 10.10pm yesterday evening an unsuccessful attempt was made to set fire to the Carnagh Orange hall on the Castleblayney Road in Keady.
Two scorch marks were caused to the side of the building. It is believed youths used two cars in the attack. One of the vehicles is believed to be silver in colour.
Further scorch damage was also reported at Mallantur Orange hall at 8.15am today.
Police are currently working to establish if both incidents are related.
Four males in their late teens have been arrested.
Police are asking anyone who may have any information on the incidents to contact them on: 0845 600 8000. Alternatively, confidential information can be passed on the Crimestoppers line on: 0800 555 111.
(JM/KMcA)
At around 10.10pm yesterday evening an unsuccessful attempt was made to set fire to the Carnagh Orange hall on the Castleblayney Road in Keady.
Two scorch marks were caused to the side of the building. It is believed youths used two cars in the attack. One of the vehicles is believed to be silver in colour.
Further scorch damage was also reported at Mallantur Orange hall at 8.15am today.
Police are currently working to establish if both incidents are related.
Four males in their late teens have been arrested.
Police are asking anyone who may have any information on the incidents to contact them on: 0845 600 8000. Alternatively, confidential information can be passed on the Crimestoppers line on: 0800 555 111.
(JM/KMcA)
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