26/11/2025
Arson Attack In Newtownards Treated As Intent to Endanger Life
Detectives are appealing for information and witnesses following an arson attack at a house in Newtownards on Tuesday, 25th November.
Police received a report at approximately 10:00 pm on Tuesday night of a fire in the Killard Avenue area of the town. Officers attended the scene alongside the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS), who extinguished the blaze.
Detective Sergeant Gray confirmed that damage was caused to the front door area, and graffiti was also discovered on a wall of the property.
The occupant was able to escape the property without injury.
"However, we are treating this report as arson with intent to endanger life, and enquiries are ongoing today to determine a motive and who was involved," Detective Sergeant Gray said.
Police are appealing to anyone who was in the area at the time and noticed anything suspicious to contact them. They are especially appealing to the public for information regarding:
• A dark coloured car seen in the area around 10:00 pm.
• Any CCTV, dash-cam, or other video footage of the Killard Avenue area.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 1575 24/11/25.
A report can be made using the online reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport
Alternatively, information can be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org
Police received a report at approximately 10:00 pm on Tuesday night of a fire in the Killard Avenue area of the town. Officers attended the scene alongside the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS), who extinguished the blaze.
Detective Sergeant Gray confirmed that damage was caused to the front door area, and graffiti was also discovered on a wall of the property.
The occupant was able to escape the property without injury.
"However, we are treating this report as arson with intent to endanger life, and enquiries are ongoing today to determine a motive and who was involved," Detective Sergeant Gray said.
• A dark coloured car seen in the area around 10:00 pm.
• Any CCTV, dash-cam, or other video footage of the Killard Avenue area.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 1575 24/11/25.
A report can be made using the online reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport
Alternatively, information can be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org
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