ARSON PROBE LAUNCHED AFTER VEHICLES TORCHED IN BUILDING

Police at Ardmore station appeal for information over suspected arson attack on commercial premises

DETECTIVES are investigating a suspected arson at commercial premises last night. Monday, March 18.

Detective Sergeant Darragh said: “We received a report of a fire at premises on Newry Road in Newry shortly after 11:10 pm.

“It was reported entry to the premises had been forced and a number of vehicles inside had been set alight.

“The vehicles inside the premises were completely destroyed and a building situated nearby sustained damage as a result of the blaze.

“I want to appeal to anyone who was in the area last night and saw what happened, or who saw any suspicious activity to contact police/detectives in Ardmore on the non emergency number 101, quoting reference number 1691 of 18/03/19.”

Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime.

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