By Q Radio News
Five people have escaped injury after their house near Maghera was targeted in what police are calling an arson attack, which "could have had disastrous consequences."
At around 3am, petrol was poured on the front door of the property, and set alight, causing significant damage.
A car outside the house in the Crawfordsburn area was also set alight with petrol.
Speaking about the incident Detective Inspector Anthony Kelly said:
“Thankfully the five occupants of the house were left unharmed during an incident which could have had disastrous consequences.
“It is understood a man described as being 6 foot tall wearing light coloured bottoms and a grey hoodie was seen in the area at the time and officers believe he may be able to assist with enquiries.
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