22/11/2012

Arson Attack At Block Of Flats In North Belfast

Police are investigating an arson attack on a block of flats in north Belfast.

A fire was deliberately started in the downstairs area of the building on the Cliftonville Avenue at approximately 11.30pm on Tuesday night.

Police and fire crews attended the scene and no-one was reported to be injured.

Police are appealing for witnesses to contact them.

(CD)

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