Moneymore arson attack investigated after family car set alight

A couple and their three children have escaped injury following an arson attack at their home in the early hours of this morning.

Police say a car parked outside a family home in Conyngham Street, Moneymore was deliberately set alight at around 3.30am.

The vehicle was completely destroyed by the blaze with also caused damage to the property. The couple and their three children who were inside at the time were not hurt.

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Detective Sergeant Robinson said: “We are working to establish a motive for this attack and would like to hear from anyone with information. Detectives can be contacted at Mid Ulster CID offices, Cookstown by calling 101, quoting reference 149 29/04/19.

Police say a car parked outside a family home in Conyngham Street, Moneymore was deliberately set alight at around 3.30am. (Justin Kernoghan)

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"Alternatively, information can be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime."