11/09/2017

Three People Escape Injury In Armagh Petrol Bomb Attack

Three people have escaped injury following a petrol bomb attack at a house in Armagh.

A brick was thrown through the front window of the property at Alexander Avenue just before 1am on Sunday, 10 September, followed by the petrol bomb which ignited in the living room.

A man in the house put out the flames, however scorch damage was caused.

A number of men in dark clothing were seen fleeing from the scene on foot.

Two men and a woman were in the house at the time of the incident, however they were not injured.

Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.

(CD)

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