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A Warrenpoint property has been damaged after what is believed to have been an accelerant, was ignited at the front door in the early hours of yesterday, 18 February.
Detectives are appealing for information and witnesses following a report of a fire at the property in the Forth Avenue area of Warrenpoint.
Detective Sergeant Lewis said: "Officers, along with colleagues from the Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service and Northern Ireland Ambulance Service, received and responded to the report just before 3.20am.
"At this stage, we believe an accelerant was poured at the front door of the property before being set alight. Damage was caused to the door and the inside of the property.
"A man and a woman, who were inside the property at the time were taken to hospital for treatment. Thankfully, there have been no reports of any serious injuries at this stage."
Police are appealing to anyone who may have any information, including dashcam, CCTV or other video footage, to contact them on 101, quoting reference 100 of 18/12/25.
You can also submit a report online using our non-emergency reporting form via www.psni.police.uk
You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org
