Police investigate Dunmurry arson and linked aggravated burglary

Summarised from 2 outlets · 3 reports · Updated 4 Oct, 17:37 · Archive

A flat in Dunmurry was set alight after its occupier was threatened with a knife during a burglary.

Police in Northern Ireland are investigating a connection between an aggravated burglary and a subsequent arson attack in Dunmurry. The occupier of a flat was threatened with a knife during the burglary, which was followed by extensive damage to the property caused by fire.

A man and woman have been arrested in connection with both incidents. The family affected by the attacks described being 'traumatised' by the events.

How it is being reported

• Family ‘traumatised’ by Dunmurry arson as man and woman held over linked burglaryBelfast Telegraph · 4 Oct, 17:08
• Family ‘traumatised’ by Dunmurry attack as man and woman to face arson, burglary and drugs chargesBelfast Telegraph · 4 Oct, 17:08
• Police probe Dunmurry arson and aggravated burglary link as man and woman arrestedBelfast Live · 3 Oct, 19:08

In this story: Dunmurry · Northern Ireland

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