Police are investigating an arson attack at a house in Milford on Wednesday night.
Detective Sergeant Lyons said: “We received a report at approximately 10.25pm on Wednesday, September 9 of a suspected petrol bomb attack at a property in the Anne Street area.
“A man was inside the house at the time of the attack when a window was smashed and the petrol bomb thrown inside by an unknown individual.
“Officers attended the scene, alongside colleagues from the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service. Some fire and smoke damage was caused to the living room area.
“Thankfully, no injuries were reported – and the occupant was able to leave the property moments after the item was thrown through a window.
“We’re treating this report as deliberate ignition – with one line of enquiry that two unknown males were involved in the attack.
“One of the suspects was wearing all dark clothing, while the other was wearing a t-shirt and brown trousers with a face covering. They left the scene on foot in the direction of the Monaghan Road.
“Our enquiries are ongoing today to determine a motive and who was involved. We are also keen to hear from anyone who noticed suspicious behaviour in the area around the time of the report.
“Please make contact with us on 101, quoting reference number 1697 09/09/26 if you have any information, including CCTV, dash-cam or other footage of the area that could help with our investigation.”
Alternatively, a report can be submitted online using the non-emergency reporting form https://reporting.psni.police.uk/appeals or to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org
