Coleraine: PSNI probe after arson attack on a house
It is understood a petrol bomb was thrown through the property's window with three people inside at the time
Last updated 30th Jun 2025
Police are investigating an arson attack on a house in Coleraine early today (Monday).
It is understood a petrol bomb was thrown through the living window of the property in the Lisnablagh Road area of the town.
Three people were in the house at the time but were uninjured.
The PSNI is appealing for information and witnesses.
Detective Inspector Mark Gingell said: “At around 1.10am this morning, Monday, 30th June, police received a report that a petrol bomb had been thrown at a property in the Lisnablagh Road area of the town.
“Officers attended alongside colleagues from Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service, who extinguished the blaze.
"It appeared that the petrol bomb had been thrown through the living window, smashing it and causing damage inside. A further petrol bomb had ignited beside the front door.
“Three adults were present in the property at the time but, thankfully, no injuries were reported."
Detective Inspector Mark Gingell continued: "We are treating this attack as arson with intent to endanger life.
“Our enquiries are ongoing and I would appeal to anyone who may be able to assist with our investigation, particularly anyone with CCTV, dashcam or other relevant footage, to contact us on 101, quoting reference 165 of 30/06/24."
Alternatively, you can submit a report online using the non-emergency reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/
You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org/