POLICE are appealing for information following a suspected arson attack on a car of north Belfast in the early hours of this morning, Saturday, March 3, 2018.

The incident happened in the Ballysillan Avenue area

Sergeant Graham said: “Police received a report of a vehicle on fire at around 1:00am. Two people were spotted fleeing the scene on foot.

“Police attended along with the NIFRS, who extinguished the blaze. The vehicle suffered significant damage.

“We are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed this incident, or saw any suspicious activity around this time, to contact police in Tennent Street on the non-emergency number 101, quoting reference number 91 of 03/03/18.

“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.”