Significant damage has been caused after an arson attack on the old police station at Edward Street in Portadown.
A report shortly was received shortly before 12.25am today (Saturday), that fire crews had turned out to a blaze on the street.
Sergeant Bigger said: “We believe that ignition was deliberate. The fire began on the top floor, and caused significant damage to the building.
“Those responsible are extremely lucky that they weren’t seriously injured, or worse, when they chose to take part in such a dangerous act. There are a number of residential properties nearby, and we are grateful that the fire did not spread.
“Enquiries are ongoing. We are appealing to anyone with any information or to anyone with CCTV or dash-cam footage that could assist the investigation to get in touch on 101 quoting reference number 31 of 14/12/24.”
Sergeant Bigger continued: “The fire has reignited this morning, and officers are currently at the scene alongside Fire Service. We would ask the public to avoid the area where possible.”
Alternatively, you can submit a report online using the non-emergency reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/
You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org/
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