Man charged with arson following Belfast Cathedral Quarter fire
The 18 year old is due in court today
An 18 year old man is due in court later charged in connection with a significant fire in the Cathedral Quarter area of Belfast city centre.
More than 50 firefighters spent yesterday (Monday) tackling the blaze at Old Cathedral Building on Donegall Street
The historic building houses a number of businesses.
A statement from the PSNI said, “Detectives from Musgrave CID have charged an 18-year-old man following a significant fire at the Old Cathedral Buildings in the Church Street area of Belfast, and the burglary of a nearby business premises, during the early hours of Monday, 3rd October.”
“The man was charged with arson with intent to endanger life, burglary and possession of a Class B controlled drug. “
“As is usual procedure, all charges will be reviewed by the Public Prosecution Service.”
“He is due to appear before Belfast Magistrates' Court on Tuesday, 4th October.”
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