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04/09/2019
Masked Men Drive Van Into L'Derry House
A vehicle has been driven several times into a house in L'Derry before being set on fire in what police have said was a "completely reckless attack".
Extensive damage was caused to the house in the Glendale Road area of the city following the incident on Tuesday evening, 03 September.
A white Ford Transit van was driven into the house before it was set alight on the road. Masked men are reported to have smashed windows at the property before fleeing in two other vehicles - a red Ford Mondeo and a green Toyota Avensis.
Reports have also emerged of a shot being fired.
PSNI Detective Inspector Jack said: "Thankfully, no-one was in the house at the time and there were no reports of any injuries.
"Police attended, along with NIFRS who extinguished the van on fire.
"We are aware of a report that a shot may have been fired, however, our enquiries are at an early stage, and we are working to establish exactly what occurred and a motive for this completely reckless attack.
"I want to make a number of appeals this morning, in particular about the movements of the white Ford Transit van, a red Ford Mondeo and a green Toyota Avensis. Did you seen any of these vehicles prior to what occurred last night? Did you see them travel together before the attack? Have you information which could help identify those responsible?"
Those who believe they can help the investigation are urged to contact detectives a Strand Road on 101, quoting reference 1883 of 03/09/19.
Information can also be provided anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
(JG)
Extensive damage was caused to the house in the Glendale Road area of the city following the incident on Tuesday evening, 03 September.
A white Ford Transit van was driven into the house before it was set alight on the road. Masked men are reported to have smashed windows at the property before fleeing in two other vehicles - a red Ford Mondeo and a green Toyota Avensis.
Reports have also emerged of a shot being fired.
PSNI Detective Inspector Jack said: "Thankfully, no-one was in the house at the time and there were no reports of any injuries.
"Police attended, along with NIFRS who extinguished the van on fire.
"We are aware of a report that a shot may have been fired, however, our enquiries are at an early stage, and we are working to establish exactly what occurred and a motive for this completely reckless attack.
"I want to make a number of appeals this morning, in particular about the movements of the white Ford Transit van, a red Ford Mondeo and a green Toyota Avensis. Did you seen any of these vehicles prior to what occurred last night? Did you see them travel together before the attack? Have you information which could help identify those responsible?"
Those who believe they can help the investigation are urged to contact detectives a Strand Road on 101, quoting reference 1883 of 03/09/19.
Information can also be provided anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
(JG)
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