Two arrested after arson attack on house in Clogher

By Jonathan McCambridge (PA)

Two men have been arrested following an arson attack on a house in Co Tyrone.

Police received a report a report at around 7.25pm on Tuesday that a house was on fire in the Crossowen area of Clogher.

Two men had been reportedly seen throwing something at the property, which set it alight, before running off.

The fire was extinguished and nobody was injured.

Substantial damage was caused to the living-room while the front window was smashed by the object thrown, police said.

A PSNI spokesperson said: “While at the scene, officers observed a blue Mazda driving into the area, before doing a U-turn and quickly driving off.

“During a subsequent patrol of the area, officers then spotted the same car on Clogher Main Street, before it turned suddenly off the road.

“After stopping the vehicle, which smelt strongly of petrol, officers spoke with the male driver and passenger, who matched the descriptions of those seen fleeing from the scene of the fire.

“A vehicle search also revealed suspected petrol in the boot, along with two sets of latex gloves.”

The men, aged 33 and 37, were arrested on suspicion of arson endangering life with intent and remain in custody.

Police have appealed for information about the attack.