Scrapyard Blaze in County Antrim Confirmed as Arson
Early Morning Fire Destroys Nine Vehicles
- Emergency crews rushed to a scrapyard on Ballyutoag Road at around 1:10 AM on Sunday, 12 January.
- Nine vehicles were completely destroyed in the fierce blaze, the Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) confirmed.
- Police officers at the scene say the fire was deliberately set, sparking an arson investigation.
Police Launch Investigation, Urge Public to Speak Up
The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has opened a formal probe into the suspected arson. They are urging anyone with information to come forward.
- Call 101 quoting reference 95 for 12 January.
- Or report anonymously via Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.
Arson Wave Hits Northern Ireland
This scrapyard fire is the latest in a string of deliberate blazes and violent incidents across Northern Ireland.
- Investigations continue into other recent fires and knife attacks in County Fermanagh and Belfast.
- Police have promised to beef up patrols to stop further attacks.
Stay tuned as officers hunt down those responsible for this dangerous firewave.
