Police in Derry Londonderry investigate double arson attack in Strathfoyle

By Adam Evans

Police have started an arson investigation after two cars were found engulfed in flames near Derry Londonderry.

Two men are reported to have thrown liquid over one of the vehicles when it happened in the Garrymore Place area of Strathfoyle early this morning.

The pair were then seen driving away at speed.

Fire crews also found the garage doors of a property well alight at around 1.30am.

Sergeant Adrian Brogan said: “Officers arrived at the scene at 1.30am and at that stage, one car – a white BMW 3 series - was engulfed in flames and a second – a blue Renault Clio – was also on fire. The garage doors at the house were also well alight and there was scorch-damage to a neighbouring garage.

“The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service, which also attended, have confirmed that this was a deliberate ignition and so we are treating it as arson. No-one was injured in the incident.

“As part of our investigation, we would like to talk to two males who were seen in the area, close to the address, in a dark-coloured car. It was reported that they threw liquid over one of the cars and set it alight before driving away at speed. 

“The car was then seen travelling from Garrymore Place, down Clonmeen Drive and onto the Temple Road.

“If you saw anything or have any information that could help us as we make further enquiries into this incident, please contact police on the non-emergency number 101, quoting reference number 86 of 17/5/18.

“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.”