A wheelie bin was pushed against the door of a flat and set alight in an arson attack at Glasvey Drive in west Belfast in the early hours of this morning (Sunday 15 August).
A resident in a neighbouring flat escaped in the incident which happened just before 5am.
A significant amount of damage was caused to the property.
Detective Sergeant McCallum said it is fortunate police are not dealing with any serious injuries as a result of this ‘reckless act.’
“I would appeal to anyone who may have witnessed anything or anyone suspicious in the area in the early hours of this morning, to contact police on 101 quoting reference 224 of 15/08/21,” he added.
A report can also be made using the online reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport.
Alternatively, information can be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.