15/04/2016

Two Men Arrested Over Several Arson Attacks In Co Armagh

Two men have been arrested in connection with a number of arson attacks and robberies in County Armagh.

Searches were carried out by police in Princess Way, Loughgall Road, Greenpark in Markethill and West Street in Portadown on Thursday.

Computer equipment, phones and cash were seized during the searches.

A 31-year-old man was arrested in connection with two robberies and four arson attacks, and a 26-year-old man was arrested in relation to 12 incidents of arson.

Chief Inspector Davy Beck added: "Some of these incidents date back to October 2015 and I would like to thank the public for their patience and support as we conducted our enquiries and worked to take this investigation forward."

(CD)

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