Coleraine bar targeted in overnight arson attack
The premises on Dunderg Road was targeted at around 2.15am this morning
A bar has been targeted in an overnight arson attack in the Macosquin area of Coleraine, according to the PSNI.
The premises on Dunderg Road was targeted at around 2.15am this morning (Tuesday).
Two residents, a man and a woman, who were inside an adjoining house, managed to extinguish the fire at the front door before the Fire Service arrvied.
Detective Inspector Gareth Lavery said: “We are treating this attack as ‘arson endangering life’ as the occupants of the house were very fortunate the blaze did not spread to their home. We would like to hear from witnesses or anyone with information regarding this crime. Please call 101, quoting reference 111 04/07/23.”
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