Detectives are appealing for information and witnesses following a report of a house fire in Derry / Londonderry in the early hours of this morning, Sunday 28th September.
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Detective Inspector Hanbidge said: “Shortly after 3.10am, officers received and responded to a report that a property in the Clon Dara area was on fire.
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“Colleagues from the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service also attended the scene.
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“It is believed that the blaze was started after accelerant was poured through the letterbox of the property.
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“Thankfully, no one was inside at the time of the incident, however damage was caused to the front and back of the door as a result.
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“We are treating this report as arson with intent to endanger life, and our enquiries are ongoing.
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“Anyone who might have any information which may assist us is asked to contact 101, and quote reference number 224 of 28/09/25.”
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Alternatively, a report can be made using the online reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport. Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.