PSNI launch probe after firefighters tasked to a petrol bomb attack on house in Lurgan, Co Armagh
An investigation has been launched following a petrol bomb attack on a house in Lurgan last night.
Firefighters were called at 8.11pm last night to Campbell Walk following the incident with one appliance from Lurgan Fire Station attending.
-
-
It is understood no one was injured in the fire which was quickly extinguished with some damage to the front of the property.
Detectives this morning appealed for information and witnesses following the incident. Inspector Ritchie said: “We received a report shortly before 7.55pm on Tuesday, January 13, that a suspected petrol bomb had been thrown at a property in the Campbell Walk area, causing damage to the front of the property.
“There have been no reports of any injuries at this time.
“We are treating this matter as arson with intent to endanger life, and enquiries are ongoing.
“Please make contact with us on 101, quoting reference number 1429 of 13/01/26 if you have any information, including CCTV, dash-cam or other footage of the area that could help with our investigation.” A report can be made using the online reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport Alternatively, information can be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org
A spokesperson for the NI Fire and Rescue Service said: “Firefighters were called to reports of fire at a property on Campbell Walk, Lurgan. The fire was out prior to the arrival of firefighters.
"Firefighters took precautionary checks and all gas readings returned as normal. The cause of the fire is believed to be deliberate ignition and the incident was dealt with by 8.54pm.”