Car gutted overnight in Newtownards arson attack - two further vehicles doused in accelerant but not set alight - appeal for information

By Gemma Murray
Published 22nd Nov 2023, 13:41 BST
Updated 22nd Nov 2023, 13:48 BST
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Police are appealing for witnesses following an arson attack on a vehicle in the Glenburn Road area of Newtownards last night, Tuesday 21st November.

Chief Inspector McGrattan said: “Shortly after 10.15pm, police received a report that a Honda vehicle parked in the area had deliberately been set alight.

“Our colleagues from the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service attended the scene and extinguished the blaze; however, the vehicle was completely destroyed.

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“On police arrival, it appeared that two vehicles adjacent to the Honda had also been deliberately doused in an accelerant, but were not set alight.

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“Thankfully no one was hurt and our enquiries into this incident are underway.

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“If anyone who was in the area at the time has information which may assist the investigation, please get in touch with officers on 101 quoting 1949 21/11/23 or make a report online at www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/ .

"If they would prefer to provide information without giving their details, they can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers and speak to them anonymously on 0800 555 111”.