Investigation underway in Co Antrim following Ballymena flat fire

An investigation is underway in Ballymena this afternoon, following the report of an arson incident.

Detectives are appealing for information following the report of an arson incident at a flat in the Crebilly Road area on yesterday evening, (August 31st).

Police received a report of the flat on fire at around 7.05pm, after a liquid had been poured on the door and set alight.

Colleagues from the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service attended and extinguished the fire at the flat, which was empty at the time.

Police say this is being treated as arson and anyone who may have seen anyone suspicious in the area or to anyone with CCTV or other footage that could assist with enquiries, is asked to contact detectives on 101 quoting reference CW 1314 of 31/08/24.