Warrenpoint park 'significantly damaged' in arson attack

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Monday, 30 December 2019 12:57

Q Newsdesk

Police are treating a fire at a play park in Warrenpoint last night as arson.

It happened in the Seaview area shortly before midnight.

Officers say the park was left significantly damaged.

Local councillor Michael Ruane says its angered local people:

Sergeant Paul Connolly said, "We received a report that between 11.45pm and midnight there was a fire in a play park."

“As a result, significant damage was caused to the play park."

“Enquiries are continuing and we were appealing for information or any witnesses in relation to this incident to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 1 30/12/19. "

"Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymously and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime.”