15/07/2025
Appeal For Information In Releation To Portadown Arson Attack
Police have appealed for information following an arson attack in Portadown in the early hours of Monday, 14 July.
A report was made, at approximately 1.15am, that two fires had been started outside a property in the Garvaghy Park area, causing significant damage.
Three people were seen making off from the scene in the direction of the Garvaghy Road and police have now said the incident is being treated as arson with intent to endanger life.
No injuries were reported, however, the residents were left badly shaken by the incident.
A report was made, at approximately 1.15am, that two fires had been started outside a property in the Garvaghy Park area, causing significant damage.
No injuries were reported, however, the residents were left badly shaken by the incident.
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