Police appeal following south Belfast arson attack

Scorch damage has been caused to a property in an arson attack in south Belfast.

It happened in the early hours of Tuesday morning on the Ormeau Road.

A PSNI spokesperson said: "Shortly before 3:20am, police attended a report of items burning on the ground outside a business. It was believed that accelerant was poured on the items, then pushed through a window and set alight.

"No one was injured, as the items were pushed outside the premises, which caused minor scorch damage to the property. An above residential premises was not affected by the fire following the incident."

The PSNI is appealing for anyone with information to get in touch.

“Enquiries are continuing to establish the circumstances and at this stage, the fire is being treated as deliberate ignition. As part of the ongoing investigation, police are appealing for information following a report of a male who smashed the property’s window prior to the fire.