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05/10/2022
Investigation Launches Following Arson Attack In L'Derry
Police have launched an investigation after an arson attack at a house in L’Derry.
The attack happened at a property in Bann Drive at around 1.25am on Tuesday, 04 October.
A woman who was inside the house at the time was not injured.
Detective Sergeant Ballentine said: "Just how the fire started remains under examination, however, at this time we are treating this as arson. As we continue with enquiries to establish what happened and a motive, we're appealing to anyone with information, or who saw anything suspicious in the area between 1am and 1.25am yesterday to call us.
"This incident could have resulted in serious consequences had it not been for emergency services being contacted so quickly, and we want to take this opportunity to thank the public for their help."
The attack happened at a property in Bann Drive at around 1.25am on Tuesday, 04 October.
A woman who was inside the house at the time was not injured.
Detective Sergeant Ballentine said: "Just how the fire started remains under examination, however, at this time we are treating this as arson. As we continue with enquiries to establish what happened and a motive, we're appealing to anyone with information, or who saw anything suspicious in the area between 1am and 1.25am yesterday to call us.
"This incident could have resulted in serious consequences had it not been for emergency services being contacted so quickly, and we want to take this opportunity to thank the public for their help."
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