21/07/2025
Police Investigate Suspected Arson In L'Derry
Police in L'Derry are appealing for information and witnesses following a suspected deliberate fire that caused extensive damage to a building in the Duncreggan Road area of the city on Saturday evening, 19 July.
Inspector Craig confirmed that a report was received at approximately 21:20 on Saturday, detailing that the building had been set alight. Officers attended the scene to implement road closures, working alongside colleagues from the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS) who successfully brought the blaze under control.
The affected area has since fully reopened to road users, and enquiries are ongoing today to determine the exact circumstances of the incident. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, despite the significant damage caused to the property. Authorities are treating the fire as a suspected deliberate ignition.
Anyone with information regarding what happened is asked to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 1467 19/07/25. Reports can also be submitted online using the non-emergency reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/, or by contacting Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org/.
Inspector Craig confirmed that a report was received at approximately 21:20 on Saturday, detailing that the building had been set alight. Officers attended the scene to implement road closures, working alongside colleagues from the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS) who successfully brought the blaze under control.
Anyone with information regarding what happened is asked to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 1467 19/07/25. Reports can also be submitted online using the non-emergency reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/, or by contacting Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org/.
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