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POLICE are appealing for information after an arson attack on an historic building in Omagh last night.
The blaze caused ‘significant’ damage to Crevenagh House, which is one of the best known buildings in the local area.
Investigations are continuing today into the cause of the blaze, but police believe it was started deliberately.
A PSNI spokesperson said the fire was reported at approximately 7.15pm last night.
“Officers and colleagues at the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service attended the scene of the fire, which is believed may have been started deliberately,” the spokesperson said.
“The Crevenagh Road which was closed for a time in order to facilitate emergency services at the scene, has now fully reopened.
“This was a large fire, and significant damage has been caused to the property.
“We are appealing to anyone who saw any suspicious activity, or has information or video footage which may help with our enquiries, to get in touch with us by calling 101 quoting reference 1284 22/02/26.
“You can also submit a report online using our non-emergency reporting form via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/ or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org/”
