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12/08/2024
Man Arrested In Connection With Attempted Arson Of Ards Mosque
A 42-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the attempted arson of a mosque in Greenwell Stree, Newtownards, in the early hours of Saturday, 10 August.
Following a search operation of two properties in Ards on Sunday, 11 August, the man was arrested on suspicion of a number of offences including attempted arson, possessing a petrol bomb, and attempted intimidation.
He remains in police custody at this time.
Police have said that enquiries are continuing and anyone with any information or footage that could assist the investigation is asked to contact police on 101 quoting reference 53 of 10/08/24.
Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime.
Following a search operation of two properties in Ards on Sunday, 11 August, the man was arrested on suspicion of a number of offences including attempted arson, possessing a petrol bomb, and attempted intimidation.
Police have said that enquiries are continuing and anyone with any information or footage that could assist the investigation is asked to contact police on 101 quoting reference 53 of 10/08/24.
Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime.
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