‘Reckless’ arson attack condemned

DETECTIVES are appealing for information after a ‘reckless’ arson attack at a property in the Deverney Park area of Omagh.

Detective Inspector Winters said, “We received a report at 10.30pm on Thursday, August 11, that a brick had been thrown through the front window of a property in the area.

“Flammable liquid, believed to be petrol, was then poured into the living room which was set alight, and a fire started around the curtains and floor.

“Two people were upstairs in the property at the time, and, thankfully, there are no reports of any injuries.

“Our colleagues from the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service attended the scene, however, the blaze had already been extinguished by neighbours upon their arrival.

“This was an extremely reckless attack, which could have resulted in serious consequences, and our investigation is now underway.

“I would appeal to anyone who was in the Deverney Park area during this time, and who witnessed anything, or has video footage of this incident, to contact police on 101, quoting reference ‘2261 of 11/08/22’.”