15/05/2025
Police Investigate Suspected Arson At Strathfoyle Play Park
Police are investigating a fire that occurred at a play park in Strathfoyle last night, Wednesday 14th May, which caused damage to some of the equipment.
The incident, believed to have happened at approximately 10:30 pm, is currently being treated as arson as enquiries are underway to establish the full circumstances.
Police are appealing for anyone who was in the area last night and witnessed any suspicious activity, or who may have relevant footage, to come forward.
Information can be provided by calling 101 and quoting reference number 390 of 15/05/25. Reports can also be submitted online via the PSNI website at www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/.
Alternatively, individuals can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org/ .
The incident, believed to have happened at approximately 10:30 pm, is currently being treated as arson as enquiries are underway to establish the full circumstances.
Police are appealing for anyone who was in the area last night and witnessed any suspicious activity, or who may have relevant footage, to come forward.
Information can be provided by calling 101 and quoting reference number 390 of 15/05/25. Reports can also be submitted online via the PSNI website at www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/.
Alternatively, individuals can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org/ .
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