Family home targeted in arson attack
Police are treating a fire at a house in west Belfast as arson with intent to endanger life.
Last updated 4th Oct 2017
A canister containing a flammable substance was set alight at the door of the property on St Galls Avenue in the Clonard area.
The fire was extinguished by a resident before it took hold.
Detective Sergeant Kelly said:
“Police are treating this incident as arson with intent to endanger life and I am appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident to contact detectives in Musgrave Police Station.
"We are particularly keen to identify a male who was seen running off in the direction of Conway Street during the incident.
“Anyone with any information that can assist with the investigation can contact detectives by calling 101 quoting reference number 1091 03/10/17. Information can also be passed anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.