Two arson attacks in Newtownhamilton may be linked, police say

Police are appealing for information after two suspected linked arson attacks in Newtownhamilton, County Armagh.

Officers and firefighters were called to a house in the School Terrace area shortly before midnight on Tuesday, October 6.

House deliberately set alight

The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service extinguished the blaze, which caused smoke damage throughout the property.

Nobody was injured.

Police believe the fire was started deliberately and are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Tractor destroyed in second fire

At around midnight, police received a second report that a tractor had been set alight at another property in the Tullyneil Road area.

The occupants of the house managed to extinguish the fire themselves, but the tractor’s cab was burnt out.

A car was reported to have been seen leaving the area in the direction of Newtownhamilton.

Police said the two incidents may be linked and enquiries are continuing.

Anyone with information has been asked to contact police on 101, quoting reference 1588 of October 6. Information can also be provided anonymously to Crimestoppers.

Link: PSNI appeal for information after Newtownhamilton arson incidents

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