Three people were spotted fleeing from the scene of an arson attack on a home in Portadown overnight.
Detectives are appealing for information and witnesses to the incident which occurred at approximately 1.15am on Monday, July 14.
It was reported that two fires had been started outside a property in the Garvaghy Park area, causing significant damage.
No injuries were reported, however the residents were left badly shaken by the incident.
Three people were seen making off from the scene in the direction of the Garvaghy Road.
This is being treated as arson with intent to endanger life and anyone who may have witnessed anyone suspicious or anyone with CCTV or other footage that could assist with enquires are asked to contact police on 101 quoting reference number 124 14/07/25.
A report can also be made online using the non-emergency reporting form via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/
You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org/
According to Sinn Féin councillor Paul Duffy, the police are treating the incident as a racially motivated hate crime.
Councillor Duffy said: “I wholeheartedly condemn last night’s racist arson attack. Thankfully no one was injured.
“I extend my ongoing solidarity and support to the victim who has lived in Garvaghy Park for over a decade. This sickening attack was entirely unprovoked and is not reflective of our community.
“Anyone with information should bring it forward to the PSNI.”
