Pensioner's home targeted in arson attack

Woman in her 70s treated for smoke inhalation near Lurgan

Author: Tara MclaughlinPublished 29th Jun 2018
Last updated 29th Jun 2018

A woman in her 70s has been treated for smoke inhalation after her Waringstown home was targeted in an arson attack.

Flammable liquid was poured over the front door of the house in Windsor Close and set alight around 20 to 12 on Thursday night.

The pensioner was rescued from the property and treated in hospital.

The male, described as wearing a tracksuit top and dark bottoms, made off on foot.

Police are appealing for witnesses.