DETECTIVES are appealing for information and witnesses following the report of an arson attack involving several vehicles in the early hours of this morning, Monday, January 17.

Detective Sergeant McCarragher said: “Police in Newry received a report at approximately 1.45am that a number of vehicles were alight at the Carrowbane Road, Belleek, just outside Camlough.

“Colleagues from the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service attended along with the Ambulance Service. Eight vehicles were extensively damaged.

“One van that was parked close to the front outer wall of the property was also set alight resulting in the spread of fire to the house.

“Thankfully no-one was present in the property. We are treating this incident as arson with intent to endanger life.”

“The Carrowbane Road remains closed at this time due to icy conditions.

“Our enquiries are continuing and we would appeal to anyone who was in the area at the time of the incident or who may have CCTV footage to contact us on 101 quoting reference number 86 17/01/22.”

A report can also be made using the online reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport

Alternatively, information can be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org