Police appeal following overnight arson in north Down

Extensive damage has been caused to a vacant north Down property in an overnight arson attack.

It happened just before 1 o'clock on Sunday morning in Newtownards' Weavers Grange area.

A PSNI spokesperson says a number of lines of enquiry are being pursued, including a possible link to a loyalist feud.

"“Officers attended and noted that the fire had caused extensive damage to the front door and smoke damage throughout the house.

"The Fire Service confirmed that this had been started deliberately when an accelerant had been poured over the door and through the letterbox.

“We are following a number of lines of enquiry, including a possible link to an ongoing loyalist feud in the area.

"I would appeal to anyone who may have seen anyone suspicious in the area at the time of the fire or to anyone who may have dash-cam or CCTV footage that could assist with enquiries, to contact detectives on 101 quoting reference 40 of 17/11/24."