Child treated for smoke inhalation after petrol bomb attack

At around 2.30am it was reported that a suspected petrol bomb was placed at the front of the house. Smoke damage was caused to the front door.

A woman and a child were in the house at the time. The young girl was treated for smoke inhalation at the scene, however she did not require hospital treatment. The female was uninjured.

Police would like to speak to a man who got into a taxi shortly after this incident and also any taxi driver in the Colinvale area around this time, as they may be able to help them with their enquiries.

Anyone who noticed any unusual activity in the area or who has any information is asked to contact Lisburn CID on 0845 600 8000.

Or, if someone 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.