SDLP condemn arson attack on councillor's car
Police are investigating an arson attack on a car in the Glencaw Park area of Londonderry on Friday.
Last updated 25th Nov 2017
The vehicle was set alight outside the home of SDLP councillor Brian Tierney around 10.20pm.
The fire was extinguished by a member of the public.
SDLP Leader and Foyle MLA Colum Eastwood condemned the attack.
“I condemn those responsible for this attack in the strongest possible terms.
“Councillor Tierney’s wife and young children were at home at the time and are understandably shaken by this incident.
“Brian Tierney is an outstanding public representative who works tirelessly for everyone in our community.
"He will not be deterred from continuing the excellent work he is doing on the ground in Galliagh and the wider Ballyarnett area.
“SDLP representatives over the years have faced all sorts of intimidation and threat. It didn’t stop us working for our communities then and it won’t stop us now.
“I urge anyone with any information to get in touch with the PSNI directly," he said.