05/02/2025

Second Arrest Made Following Serious House Fire In Dungannon

Detectives have made a second arrest following a serious fire at a house in the Cunninghams Lane area of Dungannon on Monday 3rd February.

A 15-year-old male was arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life and remains in police custody, assisting with enquiries.

A 21-year-old man was also arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life and remains in custody.
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"Four people were taken to hospital following the fire, which occurred shortly after 8.30pm on Monday evening," said Detective Inspector Ryan. "A man aged 37 and a woman aged 70 remain in a serious condition, while two children, aged 7 and 10, are in a stable condition."

A police cordon remains in place as officers work alongside the Fire Service to establish the cause of the fire.

You can also submit a report online via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/ and Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org

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