By Adam Evans
A man has been arrested after Craigavon Area Hospital was targetted in an arson attack.
Detectives say thankfully no-one was injured when a bin was set alight at around 6pm yesterday evening.
The 23-year-old's being questioned on suspicion of arson with the intent to endanger life.
Local Councillor Darryn Causby has condemned what has happened:
Superintendent David Moore said: "Thankfully, no one was injured during the incident, which is being treated as arson at this time.
"Shortly after 11am today a 23-year-old male was arrested on suspicion of arson endangering life with intent.
"The man currently remains in custody assisting police with their enquiries. I would ask anyone with any information about this incident to contact police in Lurgan on the non-emergency number 101, quoting reference number 1100 of 03/01/18.
"Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime."
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