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08/03/2017
Car Set On Fire In Belfast
Police have launched an investigation after a car was discovered on fire in Belfast city centre.
The blaze, in the Bradbury Place area, was reported at around 3.30am on Wednesday.
The front of a shop was scorch damaged in the fire.
Inspector James Ellson said: "At this stage we believe that the vehicle was deliberately set on fire. Investigations into a motive are ongoing.
"We are appealing for anyone with information who may have witnessed any suspicious activity in the area to contact Police at Musgrave on 101 quoting reference number 78 of the 8/3/17."
(CD/JP)
The blaze, in the Bradbury Place area, was reported at around 3.30am on Wednesday.
The front of a shop was scorch damaged in the fire.
Inspector James Ellson said: "At this stage we believe that the vehicle was deliberately set on fire. Investigations into a motive are ongoing.
"We are appealing for anyone with information who may have witnessed any suspicious activity in the area to contact Police at Musgrave on 101 quoting reference number 78 of the 8/3/17."
(CD/JP)
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