13/06/2017

Investigation Launched Over Fire At Co Antrim Flat

Police have launched an investigation following a fire at a flat in Co Antrim.

The incident, which is believed to have been started deliberately, happened in the Arran Street area on Tuesday, 13 June.

Emergency services attended the scene and put out the blaze.

No-one was in the property at the time.

Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.

(CD/JP)

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