Arson attack on Derry home - flammable liquid poured on door and set alight

Police are appealing for information following a reported arson attack at a house in Derry on Monday night, December 21.
By Brendan McDaid
Published 22nd Dec 2020, 09:11 BST
Police are appealing for information.Police are appealing for information.
Police are appealing for information.

The alarm was raised following the incident in the Glenview area of the city.

Detective Constable Karen Coyle said: “At around 10:30pm, it was reported that a door at a house in the area was on fire.

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“It is believed that a flammable liquid was poured on the door before being set alight, with minor damage caused to the door following the incident.

“Enquiries are continuing and we would appeal to anyone who witnessed anything suspicious in the area at the time of the incident, to contact detectives on 101 quoting reference number 2108 of 21/12/20.”

Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime.