Two males aged 15 and 13 years old have been arrested, following a report of arson at a learning disability centre in Derry .
Police say they were arrested on suspicion of arson and two counts of burglary. They were also arrested in relation to a burglary which occurred at a fast food outlet on the Bishop Street area sometime between 5.10am and 5.25am this morning.
Sergeant Michael Hughes said: “Entry was gained to the premises and it is believed that a sum of money was taken from a till inside the outlet. Damage was caused to the door of the property following the incident.
“Both are in police custody at this time.
“Our enquiries are continuing in relation to both of these incident and we would appeal to anyone who witnessed anything suspicious at either the Bishop Street or Foyle Road areas of the city, to contact police on 101 quoting reference number 350 29/02/20."
Alternatively, information can also 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.
