Five vehicles destroyed after car rammed through door during arson attack at business premises – PSNI appeals for information
Five vehicles were completely destroyed during an arson attack at business premises in east Belfast last night (Tuesday, November 4).
Another vehicle sustained heat damage during the incident at Imperial Drive, which was reported to police shortly after 11.30pm.
Officers made their way the scene where the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service was in attendance.
Inspector Connolly said: "CCTV footage shows a blue Toyota Yaris, with two males inside, ramming the shutter door to gain access to the yard.
"The passenger has then exited the Yaris and set the fires on the cars parked in the yard before the Yaris then makes off from the scene in the direction of the Ravenhill Road.
“I am appealing to anyone with any information, or anyone who was in the area at the time and may have captured dash cam footage which could assist with our enquiries, to contact officers at Strandtown station on 101, quoting reference number 1535 04/11/25."
A report can also be submitted online using the non-emergency reporting form, or Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.