Gas box extensively damaged after car is set on fire in Carrickfergus

Detectives are investigating the report of an arson attack in the Minorca Avenue area of Carrickfergus.

It was reported at around 10.45pm on Saturday, March 14, that a car had been set on fire.

Officers attended, alongside colleagues from Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service who worked to extinguish the blaze.

The vehicle had been set alight directly beside a gas box which sustained extensive damage as a result.

Any witnesses or anyone with relevant video footage is asked to contact police on 101 quoting reference 1635 14/03/26.

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