Moneymore: Man arrested on suspicion of arson following fire at house which led to neighbours being evacuated and occupant hospitalised
A man has been arrested on suspicion of arson with intent following a house fire in Moneymore earlier on Thursday (March 12).
Detectives are appealing for information and witnesses in relation to the afternoon incident in the Rockview Park area.
Detective Inspector Ryan said: “Officers received a report of a fire at a property in the area shortly before 2pm, and attended the scene together with colleagues from the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service, who managed to extinguish the blaze.
“A man and a child were inside the property at the time. The child was uninjured and the man was taken to hospital for treatment for injuries which are not believed to be life threatening at this stage."
A number of residents in neighbouring properties were also evacuated as a result of the incident.
Detective Inspector Ryanadded: “The cause of the fire is being treated as deliberate ignition, and one man aged in his 30s has been arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life. He remains in custody at this time, assisting with enquiries.
“An investigation is underway, and anyone who may have any information which could assist, is asked to call detectives via 101 and quote reference number 876 of 12/03/26.”