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07/02/2011
Alliance Condemns Belfast Arson Attack
North Belfast Alliance Representative Cllr Billy Webb has expressed disgust at an arson incident in which two people were hurt in an attack at a taxi rank.
The attack took place in the Oldpark Road area overnight.
Cllr Billy Webb (pictured) said: "I am appalled at this incident. I hope that those who were hurt make a full recovery. This must have been an absolutely horrific ordeal: "I am disgusted that anyone could bring themselves to carry out an attack of this nature.
"This must have been very traumatic for those who were hurt and it's also devastating for the taxi firm. Anyone who can help police with their investigation should contact them immediately."
He was speaking after two people were hurt when, at about 1.45am, on Monday, a number of people entered the office on the Oldpark Road, told those inside to leave and started a fire.
However, the injuries of the two people involved are not believed to be life threatening.
The blaze was put out by firefighters. Police have appealed for anyone with any information about the attack to contact them.
(BMcC/GK)
The attack took place in the Oldpark Road area overnight.
Cllr Billy Webb (pictured) said: "I am appalled at this incident. I hope that those who were hurt make a full recovery. This must have been an absolutely horrific ordeal: "I am disgusted that anyone could bring themselves to carry out an attack of this nature.
"This must have been very traumatic for those who were hurt and it's also devastating for the taxi firm. Anyone who can help police with their investigation should contact them immediately."
He was speaking after two people were hurt when, at about 1.45am, on Monday, a number of people entered the office on the Oldpark Road, told those inside to leave and started a fire.
However, the injuries of the two people involved are not believed to be life threatening.
The blaze was put out by firefighters. Police have appealed for anyone with any information about the attack to contact them.
(BMcC/GK)
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